The National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) has revealed that the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) is joining its organisation.

As the world's largest body for construction management and leadership, CIOB will work closely alongside companies such as British Gas and LABC, trade associations such as the NFRC, and accreditation providers such as NAPIT for building services.

In addition, the organisation's Principal Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Eddie Tuttle, will sit on the steering group of the NHIC.

The committee has maintained a close liaison with Government, local authorities, housing associations, private householders and landlords as well as other trade bodies, product manufacturers and service providers for over 40 years.


The NHIC said CIOB will play a "key part" in its retrofit and refurbishment engagement strategies by providing its "own influence and links to the construction management profession".

Mr Tuttle said: "In managing the CIOB's public affairs output, and working to our Royal Charter commitment to act in the public interest, I look forward to bringing that experience to the NHIC and contributing to its consumer focus.

"CIOB is influencing the big debates happening in government by promoting the value and importance of construction as a whole and we can bring that expertise to the home improvement sector."

Anna Scothern, Executive Director at the NHIC, added: "CIOB is just one part of an expanding NHIC membership which brings together all aspects of the home improvement industry.

"As well as providing members with knowledge sharing and business development opportunities, the NHIC celebrates innovation and provides consumers with impartial advice to help them improve the quality, energy efficiency and living standards within their home."

(LM)