Parker & Son

05/06/2026

As a company that prides itself on our apprenticeship schemes and champions getting young people into construction, the recent increase in students dropping out of apprenticeship schemes is a cause for concern.

In a recent article from Construction News, it's promising to hear the minister will be exploring ways to encourage students to complete their apprenticeships as the skills they can gain will open so many doors for them within construction and beyond.

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03/06/2026

03/06/2026

👷‍♀️ You can never start too early 👷

This Child Safety Week we want to highlight the importance of learning safety from an early age.

Safety isn't just for construction professionals. Teaching children about helmets, visibility, and awareness helps build safe habits for life.

Child Accident Prevention Trust

01/06/2026

The Out Of The Blue Fundraising annual run is happening this month! 🏃‍♂️💙

We’re incredibly proud to be the main sponsor of this fantastic event. Whether you take on the 5K or the 10K of this challenging but idyllic course, every step helps raise money for truly important causes.

Have you secured your spot yet?

👉 Booking link in the comments.

29/05/2026

After record breaking temperatures this week, a Construction News article reveals that there are serious calls for a national maximum temperature for the workplace ☀
High temperatures can pose serious health and safety risks, especially for construction workers, and with climate change, these temperatures may become more common.
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27/05/2026

We're all about building strong communities not just strong structures 💙⚽
The PE Lead at Ninfield C.E Primary School PTFA Jessica Reid and our Managing Director James Parker discuss why Parker & Son's sponsorship of the school's football kit means more than just matching shirts — it’s about backing confidence, teamwork, and future talent.
Because every great team needs solid foundations 😉

25/05/2026

We're very pleased to announce that we are sponsoring Ninfield C.E Primary School PTFA football kit this season!
From construction sites to football pitches — teamwork is everything and we're proud to be helping support young people doing what they love.
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22/05/2026

There's a lot of jargon in the construction industry that may seem like a foreign language to many. We're here to make it as clear as possible, so here's all the jargon you need to know.

20/05/2026

This month marks Local and Community History Month 📜

To celebrate, we’re reflecting on some of the remarkable historic properties we’ve had the privilege to work on — from listed buildings and heritage churches to prestigious National Trust sites.

Preserving the past requires care, expertise, and trust. We’re proud to have contributed to projects of significant historical and archaeological importance, delivering high-quality work as a certified and trusted contractor under the Constructionline scheme.

The Historical Association some images by Ali Tuson photographs. Bateman's NT St Margaret of Antioch, Rottingdean

18/05/2026

Every build starts somewhere.

Here’s a look back at one of our projects — from concept to completion.

New week, new opportunities to create something just as impactful.

Andy Martin Architecture