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People
GGF Managing Director bows out after 30 years’ service
After over 30 years' of service, Steve Rice, Managing Director of the Glass and Glazing Federation … [Read More...]
Obituary: Ken Jackson (1934-2019)
The Glass and Glazing Federation was saddened to hear of the passing of Ken Jackson who worked … [Read More...]
A very special day for RITEC
Thursday the 26th of September 2019, was a very special and memorable occasion for Stephen and Karen … [Read More...]
New applicants to join the GGF
The GGF is pleased to accept and process the following applications listed below. Please see the … [Read More...]
Events
Meet The President
Following the recent announcement of the date and venue for this year’s President’s Reception, new … [Read More...]
UK Pavilion takes shape for Fensterbau 2020
The GGF is pleased to announce that it has appointed X-Acon to build and design the UK Pavilion at … [Read More...]
The UK Pavilion at Fensterbau Frontale 2020
The UK Pavilion at Fensterbau Frontale 2020, hosted by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has … [Read More...]
GGF meetings in 2020 – Key dates for your diary
It promises to be an interesting year in 2020 and the GGF will be right at the forefront with news … [Read More...]
Products
GGF partners Croner to help Members
The GGF is pleased to announce a new partnership with legal advice firm Croner to offer GGF Members … [Read More...]
Best ever year for GGF brand awareness
2019, was the best year ever for the GGF in terms of brand awareness with the latest stats showing … [Read More...]
GGF opening times for Christmas and New Year
From all of us at the GGF, we wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New … [Read More...]
GGFI rebrand as INSTALLSURE paves the way for product and service expansion
In exciting news, Installsure is the new name for GGFi, the specialist insurance provider to the UK … [Read More...]
Politics
Members meet on Future Homes Consultation
On 7th January, over 35 GGF Member companies met with the GGF Technical team to discuss the impact … [Read More...]
GGF best placed for Brexit readiness
Following the outcome of the recent General Election and with a Conservative Government and clear … [Read More...]
Future Homes Consultation Deadline Extended
Government Notification Services has advised the GGF that the closing date for the Future Homes … [Read More...]
Future Homes consultation – Have your say!
Most people should be aware of the worldwide focus on reducing the emission of greenhouse gases, a … [Read More...]
Legislation
CE marking in a No Deal Brexit scenario
In the last few weeks, some GGF Members have expressed concern over possible changes of CE Marking … [Read More...]
VAT changes for the construction industry
From October 1st 2019, companies registered with the CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) will not be … [Read More...]
Are you aware? Homeowner Permitted Development Rights (HPDR)
In 2013 the Government temporarily increased the size of extensions available under HPDR. This … [Read More...]
GGF issues update on extended permitted development rights
In 2013 the Government extended the Permitted Development rules to allow extension up to 6 metres on … [Read More...]
Health and Safety
How did you fare in 2019 on Health and Safety?
As many Members are aware, the GGF is keen to make sure its strategy and efforts are focused in the … [Read More...]
Falls from Height – Another Fatality & Another prosecution, but what can we do?
Phil Pinnington, GGF Director of Health and Safety conveys his views and advice following yet … [Read More...]
Health and Safety: First Aid Podcasts – Now Available
When it comes to selecting a First Aid training provider there are hundreds of options available on … [Read More...]
Health & Safety: New Code of Practice launched
New GGF guide for safe handling, transportation and site storage of glass. The GGF is pleased to … [Read More...]
Media
A day in ‘The Sun’ as Window with a View 2019 deadline approaches
This week, the GGF gained national exposure for MyGlazing.com’s popular Window with a View … [Read More...]
Around the Trade Media
Here’s our round up of some of the best stories from this week’s trade media: Bullseye … [Read More...]
Around the Trade Media
Here’s our round up of some of the best stories from this week’s trade media: GGP … [Read More...]
Around the Trade Media
Here’s our round up of some of the best stories from this week’s trade media: GGP Magazine … [Read More...]
Tech News
Technical Update: Low Sightline Glass Units
LOW SIGHTLINE INSULATING GLASS UNITS AND COMPLIANCE TO THE CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS REGULATIONS Some Planning Authorities, … Learn more.
Technical Update: CPR and Insulated Glass Units
It is now six years since compliance with the Construction Products Regulations (CPR) became a … Learn more.
Glass in building
The GGF Technical Department in conjunction with the GGF Standards Committee has issued a status … Learn more.
RISA successfully gains UKAS accreditation for inspection services
RISA Ltd, part of the GGF Group, has successfully gained UKAS (UK Accreditation Service) accreditation … Learn more.
