2020
Mental health support during COVID-19 because #EveryMindMatters
Posted: 22nd May 2020
As Mental Health Awareness Week draws to a close, we want to say a big thankyou to our HR and Academy teams who have worked hard to continue to provide mental health support for all Ian Williams’ employees during the pandemic, including those who have stayed working, those on furlough and those who are now […]
Read MorePeople Helping People
Posted: 18th May 2020
Our teams across the UK have continued to show community spirit and support in a proud show of ‘People helping People’. Here’s this week’s round-up. lan Delamare is one of our multi-trade Joiners. He has been demonstrating his flexibility during the pandemic by clearing up some fly tipping at an Accent Housing scheme which […]
Read MoreCommunity Spirit at its best
Posted: 11th May 2020
It so lovely for our emergency response teams, who continue to work safely in people’s homes, to get positive feedback. A thank-you goes such a long way in these difficult times, so we want to return our thanks to several East Devon District Council for letting us know how grateful they are to the Ian […]
Read MoreCharity 10k steps a day challenge completed during lockdown
Posted: 17th April 2020
Well done to Ian Williams’ Claire Elston and Di Keeling who spent March tackling the 10k steps a day challenge for Cancer Research UK, but little did they expect to finish it in lockdown. Finding new ways to complete the number of steps in the house and garden was as challenging as completing the exercise […]
Read MoreSupporting our NHS Heroes
Posted: 30th March 2020
When we heard the medical team at the University Hospital of Wales, telling our teams working there, how much they’d appreciate a TV for their busy restroom, we were more than happy to oblige. Anything to help brighten these tough days for our NHS Heroes
Read MoreIan Williams awarded IIP We invest in people, Gold accreditation for the second consecutive time
Posted: 16th March 2020
Ian Williams Ltd is delighted to announce we have been awarded Investors in People, We invest in people, Gold accreditation for the second consecutive time. This premium accolade is given in recognition of excellence in areas including people management, leadership, performance evaluation and empowerment. Fewer than 1 in 5 accredited organisations achieve Gold. Sian Pearce, […]
Read More#Not Just For Boys…
Posted: 4th March 2020
As preparations get underway for our 2020 apprentice and trainee surveyor vacancies to go live, we look at the growing popularity of painting apprenticeships for females wanting to start a career in the sector. We caught up with two of them after our recent National Apprenticeship Week Qualification Celebration Lunch and asked one apprentice, who […]
Read MoreIan Williams appointed by Avonpark exclusive retirement village
Posted: 20th February 2020
As it continues to grow its share of property services provision within the private retirement living sector, Ian Williams announces it has been appointed by specialist operator, Retirement Villages, on a project to improve the external aesthetics of the company’s Avonpark village. Avonpark is an age exclusive retirement village set in 15 acres of landscaped […]
Read MoreProject sponsors for Building Plymouth and the regeneration of the Marsh Mills flyover
Posted: 19th February 2020
With strong roots in Plymouth and many clients in the South West region, the Ian Williams team there have been closely involved as Project Sponsors of the Mayflower 2020 initiative. Its aim is to regenerate the main route into Plymouth by planting 1000 trees. Kicking off the project, we were delighted to recently be involved […]
Read MoreWorking sensitively in older people’s homes
Posted: 19th February 2020
Ian Williams has been working in the retirement living market for many years and has significant experience of public and private sector housing. Working sensitively in older people’s homes is just as important to us as making residential care homes, assisted living and managed facilities and individual properties fit for purpose by providing physical adaptations. […]
Read MoreNational Apprenticeship Week 2020: Achievements Recognised at Ian Williams’ Fourth Qualification Celebration Lunch
Posted: 17th February 2020
Ian Williams joined thousands of other businesses across the UK to mark National Apprenticeship Week 2020, holding its fourth Qualification Celebration Lunch (QCL). During the formal presentation ceremony in Bristol, apprentices, trainees and staff achievers came together with representatives from across the organisation to receive individual awards, hear presentations from leaders of the Ian Williams […]
Read MoreModern bathroom designs to influence safeguarding and wellbeing for the education sector
Posted: 12th February 2020
We’re pleased to announce we have secured the £0.25 million Phase 2 of an innovative, safeguarding bathroom refurbishment programme for The Sutton Academy in Sutton in Ashfield. The successful phases have also led to notification that Ian Williams will be the sole supplier to work on the next Academy Science Block refurbishment project, valued at […]
Read MoreTrainee Surveyor Sohail Zaffar explains why his apprenticeship is a perfect career building block
Posted: 7th February 2020
What attracted you to the role of a Trainee Surveyor? From a young age I have always had an interest in the construction industry. The role of a trainee surveyor was perfect for me to grasp with both hands: learning on the job and gaining experience at the same time was the ideal building block. […]
Read MoreNAW 2020: Meet Hannah Patrick
Posted: 6th February 2020
Continuing our NAW 2020 stories, we spoke to Finance Apprentice, Hannah Patrick and asked her about her experience. Tell us a bit about what you do? I work as a Finance Apprentice in the General Ledger Team and I am currently working towards my level 4 Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship. My typical daily tasks include; […]
Read MoreIan Williams appointed by Avonpark exclusive retirement village
Posted: 6th February 2020
As it continues to grow its share of property services provision within the private retirement living sector, Ian Williams announces it has been appointed by specialist operator, Retirement Villages, on a project to improve the external aesthetics of the company’s Avonpark village. Avonpark is an age exclusive retirement village set in 15 acres of landscaped […]
Read MoreApprentice Focus: Molly Hill
Posted: 5th February 2020
What attracted you to Painting & Decorating? I wanted to do something active in my work and I’ve loved painting rooms at home, so it made sense. Why did you choose an apprenticeship? I’ve also thought it’s important to learn a trade and I also wanted to start earning my own money. What do you […]
Read MoreNewtown Community Centre spruced up with new passive fire protection in time for National Village Hall week
Posted: 1st February 2020
January’s National Village Hall Week aims to celebrate England’s Village Halls, so we were delighted to unveil the £75,000 refurbishment of ‘community gem’ Newtown Community Centre on behalf of Warwickshire Community and Voluntary Action (WCVA) The centre consists of a main hall, small hall and a function lounge and kitchen, and is home to more […]
Read More£1032 donation to BUST Bristol
Posted: 31st January 2020
The Ian Williams Foundation has donated £1032 to BUST Bristol, the Breast Cancer Unit Support Trust at Southmead Hospital. Our Head Office Christmas raffle raised an amazing £516 which was matched by the Ian Williams Foundation. The Bristol based charity founded by patients for patients to support the work of the Bristol Breast Care Centre […]
Read MoreLooking back and beyond as we celebrate our recent qualification successes at the Ian Williams 2020 Qualification Celebration Lunch
Posted: 29th January 2020
Final preparations for our Qualification Celebration Lunch are in full swing as we count down to our fourth annual Academy event next week. Coinciding with National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2020, it’s appropriate that the theme of NAW 2020 is ‘Looking Beyond’. Not only will we be looking to the future for the achievers during the […]
Read MorePortland Villas’ makeover for the University of Plymouth now complete
Posted: 25th January 2020
The Ian Williams’ Plymouth team are delighted to announce that the doors have now opened on the newly refurbished Portland Villas, situated within the main campus and owned by the University of Plymouth. Over the last four months, we’ve been working hard on the internal and external refurbishment of the buildings as part of a […]
Read MoreNew Ian Williams’ refurbishment projects helping the National Trust to fulfil its mission ‘to preserve and protect the heritage of our places and spaces for ever, for everyone’
Posted: 20th January 2020
With decades of experience looking after, refurbishing and helping to protect listed, conservation and heritage buildings, Ian Williams has recently been appointed to partner with The National Trust on a series of high profile property refurbishments. An Ian Williams team of specialist craftsmen, including painters, decorators and carpenters, recently completed a project to refurbish National […]
Read MoreIan Williams confirmed to speak at the National Housing Maintenance Forum Conference 2020 on ‘How to be more competitive by closing the gender pay gap’
Posted: 16th January 2020
A team representing Ian Williams and PML Group have been invited to present at the National Housing Maintenance Forum (NHMF) Conference 2020 on the topic of how organisations can become more competitive by closing the gender pay gap. The three presenters will be putting the gender pay gap under the spotlight and opening up debate […]
Read MoreIan Williams urges other businesses in the region to act on climate change in the city by following our lead and pledging support for Bristol City’s Council’s Replant Bristol campaign
Posted: 10th January 2020
Ian Williams recently pledged our support to the One Tree Per Employee initiative which aims to help grow a quarter of a million new trees in Bristol by 2030. Delivered under the banner of Replant Bristol, a catalyst group comprising the Forest of Avon Trust, Bristol City Council, Bristol Tree Forum and the Woodland Trust, […]
Read MoreChristmas 2019 charity round-up
Posted: 9th January 2020
Here’s a round up of some of the charity work our team carried out over the Christmas period: Hampers for Shepherds Bush Housing Group Foundation We donated two hampers to the SBHG Foundation which were hand delivered to two of their oldest residents – both of them are 101 years old and still living independently! […]
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Hostel to Home – the completed refurbishment of Southwold House is ‘the best Christmas present ever’
Posted: 18th December 2019
Last week, employees from leading property services business Ian Williams, joined youth homelessness charity 1625 Independent People representatives and young people, local Government, regional media and a host of suppliers to celebrate the official launch of Southwold House in Yate, South Gloucestershire. The Christmas-themed opening marked the successful conclusion of a top-to-tail refurbishment of the […]
Read MoreIan Williams gifts a sustainable Christmas present to Bristol by supporting One Tree Per Employee campaign
Posted: 16th December 2019
Ian Williams has pledged its support for an ambitious environmental campaign in Bristol, close to the business’ head office. The One Tree Per Employee initiative aims to help grow a quarter of a million new trees in the city by 2030, delivered under the banner of Replant Bristol, a catalyst group comprising the Forest of […]
Read MorePreparing students for working life with on site placements
Posted: 12th December 2019
Presfield High School and Specialist College in Southport is dedicated to helping young people with autism leave their education with the best possible skills to get them ready for life socially and also from an employment perspective. Staff from the Ian Williams’ Liverpool offices will be supporting Presfield to achieve this by every two months, […]
Read MoreProud to be described by our customer Riverside as a partner who is ‘living their values and making them real.”
Posted: 10th December 2019
Last week, the Ian Williams team was so proud to receive several thank yous and mentions about the Responsible Business and Social Value work we’ve been carrying out with our client Riverside. On two separate occasions recently, with the support of Contracts Manager, Ray Crookall and Business Manager, Kenny Rushton, Ian Williams has been proud […]
Read MoreProud to support Longfield Hospice’s Christmas Tree Recycling Campaign for 3rd year
Posted: 6th December 2019
The Longfield Hospice’s Christmas Tree Collection campaign just gets better every year and Ian Williams is once again committing to support the initiative, with the aim of helping the charity beat the £22,000 they raised last year. We are a long-standing supporter of the Longfield Hospice and in the past, have helped rebrand their charity […]
Read MoreCongratulations to Ian Williams’ apprentice Zoe Evans for her triple win at the CITB Apprenticeship Awards 2019, most notably Apprentice of the Year, Great Britain
Posted: 14th November 2019
Ian Williams is delighted to announce that our apprentice Zoe Evans came away victorious with not one, but three awards at the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Apprenticeship Awards 2019. 21-year old painter and decorator Zoe, beat off the competition to win Regional Apprentice of the Year Wales West, Apprentice of the Year Wales, and […]
Read MoreSupporting the GMP STARS Awards 2019
Posted: 5th November 2019
Ian Williams was delighted to support customer, Greater Manchester Police, with its annual STARS Awards, which recognises the fantastic work that Officers, staff and volunteers do for the people of Greater Manchester. The event took place on 4th October 2019, at Gorton Monastery and Ian Williams was one of the sponsors supporting this important event […]
Read More£1500 donation for youth homelessness charity 1625ip
Posted: 4th November 2019
We’re delighted to announce that to date, our team of runners who took part in the Chipping Sodbury park fun run and sold bacon sandwiches on the finish line, has raised almost £1500 for youth homelessness charity, 1625 Independent People (1625ip). We recently announced a new partnership with 1625ip. The charity which has several properties […]
Read MoreDrop The Boss!
Posted: 21st October 2019
On Friday 18th October, the Spring Lakes Leisure Centre in Nottingham saw host to the Nottingham Capital team dropping their boss, Simon Larkworthy, 160ft – in the name of charity, of course! The event was organised by local radio station, Gem radio as part of their “Cash for Kids” campaign, which supports children in the […]
Read MoreFactory Painting for Liverpool Charity
Posted: 17th October 2019
The Ian Williams Liverpool Painting Team showed their support for local charity, Greenbank last week by painting the walls and floors of their factory unit. The Greenbank Charity are supporting people to achieve their potential through inclusive education, sport and leisure activities. The newly decorated space will be used to produce electric chairs for Power […]
Read MoreCongratulations to Ian Williams’ apprentice Zoe Evans for getting her Golden Ticket to the CITB Apprenticeship Awards 2019 finals
Posted: 15th October 2019
Leading property services company, Ian Williams, highly commended in last year’s CITB awards for Large Apprentice Employer of the Year, is delighted to announce that its apprentice, Zoe Evans has reached the national 2019 finals in the Apprentice of the Year category. Having received her Golden Ticket at the college where she studied in Wales, […]
Read MorePutting down paint brushes and putting on running shoes
Posted: 11th October 2019
Ian Williams recently announced a new partnership with youth homelessness charity, 1625 Independent People (1625ip). The charity which has several properties in the area near Ian Williams’ head office, helps young people find a safe space to live while they build a positive future for themselves. In addition to offering skills and material to undertake […]
Read MoreIan Williams signs to the Armed Forces Covenant
Posted: 4th October 2019
Ian Williams has officially signed to the Armed Forces Covenant in a move that shows our commitment to employing and supporting ex-military men and women moving into the civilian working environment. The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the country ensuring that those who serve, or who have served in the armed forces, and […]
Read MoreFormal opening of new Woodbury office is another milestone of outstanding partnership between Ian Williams and East Devon District Council
Posted: 3rd October 2019
We were recently delighted to open a new office in Woodbury, Exmouth, yet another development of our partnership with East Devon District Council (EDDC). Established to exclusively serve the district, the office will be the central hub for the delivery of EDDC’s new integrated asset management contract which will see Ian Williams manage all aspects […]
Read MoreProcuring and managing contractors – what bursars need to know
Posted: 23rd September 2019
Ian Williams will be presenting at the Independent Schools Bursar Association Health and Safety Conference on the important and often tricky area of contractor procurement and management in respect of health and safety. The presentation will summarise the client’s responsibilities and actions with regard to contractors including the key areas of: Legislation overview Procuring contractors […]
Read MoreIan Williams partners with Dulux Trade to deliver a Total Maintenance Solution
Posted: 22nd September 2019
Ian Williams is one of the UK’s largest independently owned property services companies, with particular expertise in the direct delivery of property improvement and maintenance works. As partner members of ARMA, our teams have significant experience in looking after leaseholders. In conjunction with Dulux Trade, we are delivering a Total Maintenance Solution, aimed at helping […]
Read MoreDeveloping skills with Future Frontiers
Posted: 10th September 2019
Over the summer, a group of 15 Ian Williams employees were privileged to act as career mentors for 25 pupils from nearby Chipping Sodbury School. The initiative was hosted in partnership with Future Frontiers, an award-winning charity that works with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to raise career aspirations and drive academic performance. Future […]
Read MoreProud to be headline sponsor of echelon’s 2019 Conference
Posted: 31st August 2019
Ian Williams is proud to be the headline sponsor of echelon’s 2019 Conference, which over the last 4 years, has become a key event in the housing sector’s yearly calendar and is a must attend. As headline sponsor, we’ll be showing our commitment to the conference which attracts a wide range of attendees from across […]
Read MoreThe face of FirstPort
Posted: 28th August 2019
Developers, investors and landlords, in for the long-term or planning an exit, all have the constant objective of worry-free asset performance and return on investment. FirstPort, which manages private residential and senior living properties on behalf of leaseholders, is founded on best-in-class asset management skills and strategic property management, an approach that fits perfectly […]
Read MoreDelighted to help Amey’s Regional Prime South West team volunteers spruce up Weymouth Veterans Hub
Posted: 23rd August 2019
A big thankyou to our operatives Stuart Bailey and Graham White from our Plymouth offices, who recently volunteered a day of their time to paint the Weymouth Veterans Hub’s Gym and garden walls with paint and materials donated by Ian Williams. After completing the café through some grants and local fundraising, the Hub developed a […]
Read MoreProud to support Future Frontiers by volunteering our in-house skills to help local students
Posted: 23rd August 2019
Over summer, a group of 15 Ian Williams employees were privileged to act as career mentors for 25 pupils from nearby Chipping Sodbury School. The initiative was hosted in partnership with Future Frontiers, an award winning charity that works with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to raise career aspirations and drive academic performance. Future Frontiers […]
Read MoreFantastic EDDC induction day
Posted: 20th August 2019
To mark the start of our partnership with East Devon District Council, both organisations recently enjoyed a fantastic induction day. All the new liveried vehicles were gathered at the Escot Conference Centre, and throughout the working sessions, teams got to know each other better, and discussed some important topics that had previously arisen during a […]
Read MoreWhen the going gets tough
Posted: 18th August 2019
At the end of July, a team of seven friends including Ian Williams’ Quantity Surveyor Alex Murgatroyd, took part in the Yorkshire Tough Mudder – a 15km assault course of 28 obstacles – and raised over £1,000 for MINT. A local charity for Alex, MINT (Men In Need Together) encourages men of all ages to talk about their current mental battles in […]
Read MoreHostel to Home: How Ian Williams is helping to transform young lives
Posted: 13th August 2019
“Rather than a one-off donation, we can invest something that will continue to make an impact, helping lots of young people,” said Mike Turner, Executive Director at Ian Williams. We’re delighted to announce that we have partnered with lead youth homelessness charity, 1625 Independent People (1625ip). The charity has several properties, helping young people find […]
Read MoreMayflower 2020: creating a new forest….
Posted: 12th August 2019
Ian Williams is not generally involved in projects of a horticultural nature, but with strong roots in Plymouth and many clients in the South West region, we jumped at the chance to contribute to the Mayflower 2020 project whose aim is to regenerate a main route into Plymouth by planting 1000 trees. 2020 marks the […]
Read MoreNew Ian Williams and Stonewater joint branding rolled out
Posted: 8th August 2019
The appointment by Stonewater of Ian Williams has increased the availability of repair services provided to Stonewater’s customers in the South of England. The two organisations will also launch jointly branded vehicles in the coming weeks to promote the new arrangements. The leading national housing association appointed Ian Williams to deliver repairs services on behalf […]
Read MoreSummer Review Magazine now available
Posted: 8th August 2019
The latest edition of the Ian Williams Review Magazine – a business update for our clients and the industry – is now available. Please click here to find out more about: the results of our latest NPS survey business announcements about new contracts and some of the other work we are carrying out in key markets […]
Read MoreDevelopers, investors and landlords, in for the long-term or planning an exit, all have the constant objective of worry-free asset performance and return on investment.
Posted: 6th August 2019
FirstPort, which manages private residential and senior living properties on behalf of leaseholders, is founded on best-in-class asset management skills and strategic property management, an approach that fits perfectly with Ian Williams’ direct delivery model. Philip Jones, General Manager of Ian Williams explains more: “The key point from FirstPort’s perspective is that, as far as […]
Read MoreIan Williams awarded three places on innovative South East & Mid Wales Collaborative Construction Framework
Posted: 26th July 2019
Ian Williams is delighted to announce we have been awarded three lots on the prized, four-year South East & Mid Wales Collaborative Construction Framework (SEWSCAP) This framework, first established in 2010 to streamline procurement processes for schools and public buildings, is open to 13 local authorities, higher education colleges, health boards and housing associations across […]
Read MoreSuccess across the board at the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) Premier Trophy Awards
Posted: 11th July 2019
Ian Williams is delighted to return from this year’s Painting and Decorating Association’s Premier Trophy Awards Ceremony with a clutch of 5 awards, including the prestigious Decorative Category Winner. In addition, recognising its excellence in achieving the highest standards, its painting teams from across the UK were also awarded Highly Commended and Commended accolades across […]
Read MoreProud to support Future Frontiers by volunteering our in-house skills to help local students
Posted: 26th June 2019
The Ian Williams’ Chipping Sodbury head office is today welcoming a group of local pupils from Chipping Sodbury High School, for the first of four one-on-one coaching sessions in our Future Frontiers partnership. Future Frontiers is an award-winning charity that works with young people to help equip them with information, skills and the right mind-set […]
Read MoreVeterans’ Community Force continues to deliver unique training opportunities
Posted: 26th June 2019
Ian Williams recently embarked on an exciting painting upskilling programme in partnership with Riverside and Social Enterprise organisation, Halton Veterans Association. We’re delighted to report that we’ve just finished the second round of Veterans Community Force training, a unique opportunity to help increase future employment opportunities. Thousands of veterans return to civilian life each year […]
Read MoreRemake, remodel – Ian Williams Inside Housing Chapter
Posted: 25th June 2019
Don’t miss the June issue of Inside Housing where Ian Williams’ Executive Director Mike Turner debates the critical issue of how we need to plan, maintain and design homes suitable for a fast ageing population. Read more here: Ian Williams Chapter IH Click here for more information about the work Ian Williams delivers to […]
Read MoreEast Devon District Council appoints Ian Williams to maintain its 4,200 properties during a new ten-year contract
Posted: 20th June 2019
East Devon District Council has appointed Ian Williams Ltd to maintain its 4,200 council homes during a ten-year contract which will see the leading property services company carry out all aspects of the maintenance and improvements of the council’s properties. This includes providing a day-to-day repairs service for tenants and proactively fixing issues before they […]
Read MoreBringing suppliers and subcontractors together to benefit Decoy Community Primary School
Posted: 17th June 2019
Decoy Community Primary School in Newton Abbot recently received some much-needed refurbishment work, thanks to the generosity of suppliers and subcontractors of Templer Homebuild, Teign Housing’s Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) whose in-house staff are supported by Ian Williams to create a more accessible, better-managed and streamlined service for tenants. Representatives from Bradfords Building Supplies, DJH […]
Read MoreIan Williams makes the grade to achieve the Cyber Secure Standard
Posted: 12th June 2019
Over recent years Ian Williams has made significant investment into its IT infrastructure, with a focus on availability, efficiency, resilience and security. The culmination of this approach was the launch of IWSYS, our mobile asset management solution which provides a single cohesive approach that includes call diagnosis, digital inclusion, vehicle tracking, delivery KPIs and centralised […]
Read MoreExploring Smarter Spaces
Posted: 5th June 2019
Mike Turner, Executive Director of Ian Williams, one of UK’s largest privately-owned painting contractors and leader in paint innovation to the independent education sector, discusses how effective paint product specification and smart colour design can impact positively on learning environments Exploring Smarter Spaces The quality of the built environment has a major impact on the way we live, learn, work […]
Read MoreAdding Social Value In Public Procurement Through Community Benefits
Posted: 31st May 2019
Although now a national business, Ian Williams was established in Wales in 1946 and we still work with many of the leading local authorities and housing associations across the region. That’s why we were well placed to contribute to a recent academic paper: ‘Adding social value in public procurement through Community Benefits, written by Karen […]
Read MoreApprentice Livens Up Nottingham Office
Posted: 30th May 2019
What was once a plain white (rather boring) wall in the Ian Williams’ Nottingham office has been transformed into an eye-catching feature wall, thanks to the initiative of the Nottingham Painting & Decorating team. Roscoe Easom, Nottingham’s Business Manager comments: “The office was looking a bit bland and surgical and given the length of time […]
Read MoreBirmingham Office Grand Opening
Posted: 30th May 2019
Following the expansion into new, larger premises in Birmingham, the Ian Williams team will be hosting an official opening ceremony on Thursday 6th June, at 2pm. Come along and meet our Birmingham team and hear PwC Director, Beth Evans’ presentation on the global, UK and local economic trends and the implications for policy and business. […]
Read MoreCharity Dragon Boat race so close: photo finish for our pirates-in-training!
Posted: 29th May 2019
A 20-strong team representing Ian Williams’ ‘pirates-in-training’ with family and friends supporting, recently took to the water in the 12th annual Leeds Dragon Boat Race in aid of Martin House Hospice for Children and Young People, raising to date £1320. And it was so close – a photo finish for our team finishing second with […]
Read MoreTeam Ian Williams Completes London Revolution
Posted: 29th May 2019
Over the weekend 11th/ 12th May, a team from Ian Williams completed the London Revolution – a 2-day cycling challenge which takes the riders on an iconic, diverse and demanding ride through London. The team which comprises Andy Havard, Mike Turner and Paul Greenyer, completed the challenging 300km course in 13:45 hours, riding alongside 2,500 […]
Read MoreIan Williams’ Exec Director invited to join the Association of Residential Managing Agents advisory board
Posted: 29th May 2019
Ian Williams’ Executive Director Mike Turner has been invited to join the expert panel advisory board of Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA) to share best practice and give advice relating to property services, in recognition of the valuable experience Ian Williams can offer. ARMA is the leading trade association for residential leasehold managing agents […]
Read MoreMeeting The Housing Needs Of An Ageing Population
Posted: 28th May 2019
Meeting the needs of an ageing population remains a top challenge for landlords, local authorities, contractors and architects alike and is an issue that was addressed head on during The Housing Forum’s 2019 National Conference in Wembley on Thursday 9th May. Ian Williams was delighted to take part in this thought provoking and often challenging […]
Read MoreNew Housing Forum Older People’s Housing Working Group established with support from leading members to tackle the future market challenges
Posted: 7th May 2019
The Housing Forum has established a specialist Older People’s Housing Working Group in a bid to tackle what has been coined a “Silver Tsunami” as a growing proportion of the population live into their 80’s. How to make this a happy and productive time of life can create real challenges for individuals and for health […]
Read MoreAddressing the Challenge of Change Head On
Posted: 7th May 2019
The ongoing challenge of meeting the needs of an ageing population remains top of mind for landlords, local authorities, contractors and architects alike and is an issue that will be addressed head on in The Housing Forum’s 2019 National Conference in Wembley on Thursday 9th May. Deputy Chair and Executive Director of Ian Williams, Mike […]
Read MoreIan Williams Joins The British Damage Management Association (BDMA)
Posted: 7th May 2019
Reflecting our strategy of being part of our markets’ key associations and thought leaders, we’re delighted to announce that we have joined the BDMA. The BDMA is the certifying body for damage management professionals, setting standards and providing training and accreditation for practitioners and others across the wider insurance industry who are involved in the […]
Read MoreAvast ye! All hands hoay!
Posted: 29th April 2019
A team of adventurous ‘pirates-in-training’ from our Leeds business are currently making preparations for a charity Dragon Boat race, in aid of Martin House Hospice for Children and Young People. The 10 strong crew and 30 supporters will be out in force for the 12th annual Leeds Dragon Boat Race on the 19th May aiming […]
Read MoreLocal job fair promotes vacancies in Exmouth
Posted: 26th April 2019
Ian Williams are proud to be working with East Devon District Council and we were brought together at Glenorchy Work Club! It was encouraging to see local businesses and employers coming together to promote their opportunities to the community and a special thanks to the organisers at Glenorchy for organising. If you didn’t get a […]
Read MoreIan Williams Shortlisted for Johnstone’s Painter of the Year
Posted: 24th April 2019
Since the very beginning, painting and decorating has been fundamental to Ian Williams’ business. We may have come a long way since 1946 but being shortlisted for the Johnstone’s Painter of the Year competition is testament that our core services and values remain the same. Out of the large number of projects put forward, Ian […]
Read MoreExcellent customer service pays off for Anchor Hanover Group residents
Posted: 16th April 2019
Customer service is at the forefront of everything we do, so it’s fantastic when we receive compliments from our clients and residents when we’ve been working in their homes. We’ve recently completed some bathroom refurbishment projects for our client, Anchor Hanover, who following its merger is now the largest provider of specialist housing and care […]
Read MoreIan Williams Achieves Prestigious RoSPA President’s Award for the second year running
Posted: 12th April 2019
Ian Williams is delighted to announce it has yet again achieved the prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) President’s Award for its health and safety practices. Presented as a result of Ian Williams having received 11 consecutive Gold Awards, the coveted President’s Award celebrates consistently high levels of performance in occupational health […]
Read MoreRecruiting across continents
Posted: 9th April 2019
Leaving the hot climate of Cape Town for pastures new in Manchester has been an adventure for our newly appointed Surveyor, Jeff Noordermeer. Jeff had only visited London once as child but due to the political unrest and uncertainty of working in the paint trade in South Africa, he made the enormous decision to follow […]
Read MoreBreathing new life into the Cellar Club: the UK’s first breathable bar
Posted: 3rd April 2019
The Cellar club in Leamington Spa opened its doors in 2018 and has gone from strength to strength, establishing itself as one of the go-to independent eateries in town. Popular by both day and night, the Ian Williams team was required to schedule work around the club’s busiest trading hours as it was critical to […]
Read MoreNew clinical suites for the University of South Wales
Posted: 1st April 2019
Ian Williams recently completed an exciting project for the University of South Wales, Faculty of Life Science and Education. The project which was completed over a ten-week timeframe was complex due to the campus being in full occupation by teaching staff and midwifery students. The project involved converting the existing open plan space into 6 clinical […]
Read MoreWales and West Housing 10 year anniversary with Ian Williams celebrated
Posted: 28th March 2019
Ian Williams recently celebrated a landmark ten-year anniversary of collaborative working with Wales & West Housing Association. To mark the occasion and as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering community benefits, the team identified a project at Christchurch Court in Llandrindod Wells and approached the Scheme Manager for the green light. The outdoor makeover took […]
Read MoreGiving a little back to our veterans
Posted: 25th March 2019
Ian Williams is about to embark on an exciting painting upskilling programme in partnership with Riverside and Social Enterprise organisation, Halton Veterans Association. Thousands of veterans return to civilian life each year and face the difficult prospect of adjusting to their new way of life. Many of the veterans supported by the Halton Veterans Association […]
Read MoreAndy Doyle Is Ian Williams’ Best Apprentice Mentor for 2019
Posted: 20th March 2019
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week 2019, leading property services specialist Ian Williams held its third Qualification Celebration Lunch at Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium. As well as celebrating the achievements of the company’s 19 apprentice, trainee and staff achievers, the company places a large emphasis on the mentors that support the trainees throughout this business. […]
Read MoreCelebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2019 in style with Qualification Celebration Lunch
Posted: 20th March 2019
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week 2019, leading property services specialist Ian Williams held its third Qualification Celebration Lunch at Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium. The event which was the largest yet and attended by 43 people, celebrated the company’s apprentice, trainee and staff achievers and recognised the vital contribution they make to the business. Ian […]
Read MoreIan Williams’ Foundation supports baby pop-up shop in aid of Southmead Hospital Charity’s Maternity Fund
Posted: 20th March 2019
The Ian Williams’ Foundation was recently delighted to donate £860 to set up a pop-up baby shop, which will raise awareness and funds for Southmead Hospital Charity’s Maternity Fund. Ian Williams’ Bid Writer, Kate Henderson, a new mother herself, has been involved in setting up the shop which will be sited in a unit donated […]
Read MoreThe important role collaborative partnering can play in reducing key to key times
Posted: 18th March 2019
Several properties owned by Pobl Group in Newport, which were previously used to house homeless tenants, have been brought back into occupation after lying empty for two years. Falling outside of the general needs’ stock, the properties had not received any substantial planned investment during their time under lease and had eventually fallen into disrepair. […]
Read MoreAshley Ward Celebrates 20 Years’ Service
Posted: 12th March 2019
One of Ian Williams’ core values is to be an employer loved by its employees and customers and we believe that through directly employing our workforce we can create a culture that nurtures our homegrown talent to their full potential throughout their careers. This is certainly the case for Ashley Ward who has given us […]
Read MoreTeignmouth community centre given a makeover
Posted: 10th March 2019
A local community centre in Teignmouth has been given a makeover with a fresh lick of paint with help from the Ian Williams team. The Kingsway Meadow Centre was a little jaded, so when manager Sarah Holmes approached the local team, they were eager to help and plans were quickly put in place to carry […]
Read MoreAdam Dring shares his apprenticeship story
Posted: 4th March 2019
Adam Dring is a third-year carpentry apprentice with Ian Williams. Here’s his story: “My grandad was always a hands-on man, so from a young age I was always doing DIY projects with him. Because of that, I knew I wanted to be a carpenter. One of the biggest factors that persuaded me to do an […]
Read MoreCongratulations to our three apprentices who’ve made it through to the finals of Construction Apprentice of the Year
Posted: 28th February 2019
As the UK approaches National Apprenticeship Week, which runs from March 4th to 8th, we’re delighted to announce that three Ian Williams’ apprentices have made it through to the Plymouth Trade Construction Apprentice of the Year. Congratulations to Dan Rayner, Jonathan Cook and Mitchell Arnott. The awards seek to acknowledge and celebrate individual apprentices’ exceptional […]
Read MoreLocal business support for new emergency shelter
Posted: 27th February 2019
Leading property services company Ian Williams, has recently donated its time and labour to a worthwhile cause in Chester on behalf of client Liberty/ForViva, the social purpose business that positively impacts communities. Dan Bryan, Ian Williams’ Business Manager comments: “Although the weather may feel warm now, no doubt there will be further cold spells before […]
Read MoreFive steps to successful proactive fire safety delivery
Posted: 11th February 2019
We are seeing growth in demand across the business for the delivery of proactive fire safety solutions. We look after a range of national clients in the delivery of fire doors, compartmentation and breach infilling, with all projects driven by a five step approach. 1 – Resource for immediate action. A major challenge […]
Read MoreTrainee Surveyor Trading Places
Posted: 11th February 2019
Our first year Trainee Surveyor Ryland Croeser took some time out from the office to lend a hand to our operatives on-site. Working at a local Anchor Hanover scheme in Nottingham Ryland worked closely with the local operational team from the start of the bathroom upgrade project through to completion. “it was really good to […]
Read MorePrivileged to be working on Cardiff’s majestic City Hall
Posted: 7th February 2019
City Hall in Cardiff which is maintained by Cardiff City Council, was built in 1906 from Portland stone it is an important early example of the Edwardian Baroque style. Ian Williams is about commence a programme of structural repairs to 120 of the external Bath stone balustrades, which surround the entire roof area of the building. […]
Read MoreThe Powerhouse Community Makeover
Posted: 1st February 2019
Our painting team recently completed a week-long makeover at the Powerhouse in Liverpool. The Powerhouse managed by Riverside Housing Association provides temporary, supported accommodation services for young people aged between 16 – 21. The Powerhouse offers invaluable services to younger people teaching them essential skills such as cooking and budgeting which enables them to manage […]
Read MoreIan Williams’ NHMF Maintenance Conference ‘Skillexit’ presentations strike a chord and provoke much-needed debate
Posted: 1st February 2019
Earlier this month, representatives from Ian Williams presented at the National Housing Maintenance Forum 2019 Conference on the self-titled subject of ‘Skillexit’. During formal presentations and breakout sessions, the team posed the question of what happens when there are no skills left and underlined why it’s critical that apprenticeships and training need to be placed […]
Read MoreLatest edition of Review Magazine now available
Posted: 28th January 2019
The Winter issue of Review – a business update for our clients and the industry – is now available and jam packed with news from around the business. In this edition we discuss some of the key issues our industry is facing, from the provision of Retirement Living, to tackling the current skills shortage – […]
Read MoreKick-starting 2019 with new contract wins
Posted: 16th January 2019
At the time of writing, Ian Williams announces that is has secured a significant Integrated Asset Management Services Contract with East Devon District Council, valued at £95 million for 10+5 years. More information on this to follow. In addition to this, our teams have been successful in winning just under £800,000 worth of projects across […]
Read MoreNo last orders at the Cornish Arms!
Posted: 16th January 2019
Founded in 1851, St Austell Brewery is an independent and family owned business, with a portfolio of 25 managed pubs, hotels and inns and 145 tenanted pubs, spanning the South West. Ian Williams completed the decorations and repairs to the Cornish Arms in Tavistock, including the replacement of existing timber windows which had to be […]
Read MoreIt’s all in the detail
Posted: 16th January 2019
Our painting team recently attended a training day hosted by Crown at their decorating centre in Swansea. Our Foremen and Apprentice used the new Crown ‘Fast Flow’ undercoat, gloss and ‘Sadolin Beautiflex’ products. The team learned how to prepare the product correctly by following the specified paint system and were shown the benefits of choosing […]
Read MoreMore than just paint!
Posted: 14th January 2019
Our long-term relationship with Riverside Group has seen us support a number of community projects including the redecoration of JW’s Community Café (a café owned and managed by Riverside for its customers) and the ‘Your Place’ scheme, which aims to improve the external environment around residential areas, with gardening and litter picking. Our team also […]
Read MoreComplex and sensitive refurbishment of Freemasons’ Hall
Posted: 9th January 2019
Ian Williams undertook internal decorations and repairs at Freemasons’ Hall in Bristol as part of an 8-week project to transform a previously plain white interior into a vibrant, revitalised space, whilst staying true to the building’s heritage. We undertook works to the main vestibule, foyer including the double coffered ceiling and decorative columns, main stairs […]
Read MoreCommunity Centre Gets New Lease of Life
Posted: 3rd January 2019
We were delighted recently to help our client Cheltenham Borough Homes give its Oakland Community Resource Centre an exciting new makeover by donating our time, labour and expertise free of charge. Our volunteers Harry Thompson and Dave Organ came together to apply a stunning new colour palette which had been chosen by the local community […]
Read More2018
Sharing the Christmas spirit
Posted: 20th December 2018
Christmas is often called the season of goodwill and in a true act of random kindness, our Trainee Surveyor, Falaq Hussain and some of his friends took time out from their busy festive preparations to share the Christmas spirit with the donation of winter packs for the homeless. Homelessness happens for many reasons and the number […]
Read MoreCelebrating 100 Years With Ian Williams
Posted: 20th December 2018
It’s not often that you can say you are a true ‘family business’, but for Ian Williams Ltd there are two long serving families in our midst. Aside from the Williams family, the original founders which still own the business today, we are delighted to be able to celebrate a combined service of 100 years […]
Read MoreIan Williams once again supporting Longfield Hospice’s Christmas Tree Recycle Campaign
Posted: 14th December 2018
Following a successful campaign last year which raised the fantastic amount of £11,000 for Longfield Hospice, we’ve decided once again to support the initiative. We’re a long standing supporter of the charity and in the past, we’ve helped refurbish their charity shops, joined in fun runs, and last year, donated the vans used by a […]
Read MoreIan Williams Foundation Donates £250 to Caerau Ely Youth
Posted: 5th December 2018
The Ian Williams Foundation has donated £250 to the Caerau Ely Youth football team towards the costs of coaching, equipment and facilities needed for the Cardiff based team.
Read MoreWilson’s Nissan garage gets complete refurbishment
Posted: 3rd December 2018
Ian Williams carried out a full refurbishment to Wilson’s Nissan Garage, Epsom. At contract commencement, the works were primarily full decorations. However, on meeting with the client, the CA, the client’s architect and Nissan’s architect on site we agreed that that the scope of works could be developed. The project lasted for 20 weeks and […]
Read MoreIan Williams’ team confirmed to speak at the NHMF Maintenance Conference 2019 on the issue of ‘Skillexit’ – what happens when there are no skills left?
Posted: 19th November 2018
A team from Ian Williams have been invited to present at the National Housing Maintenance Forum 2019 Conference on the self-titled subject of ‘Skillexit’. The presenters will be debating what happens when there are no skills left and why it’s critical that apprenticeships and training need to be placed top of the housing maintenance sector […]
Read MoreTidworth Leisure Centre Refurbishment
Posted: 19th November 2018
The Ian Williams team was delighted to work with Aspire on behalf of Wiltshire Council on the painting and decoration aspects of a major refurbishment of Tidworth Leisure Centre.
Read MoreIan Williams gives Oakland Community Resource Centre a voluntary make-over
Posted: 14th November 2018
As part of the commitment to the communities in which we work, a team from Ian Williams recently offered their services to complete a colourful makeover at Oakland Community Resource Centre, managed by Cheltenham Borough Homes. Mark Reynolds, Supervisor at Ian Williams volunteered the services of Harry Thompson and Dave Organ to complete the […]
Read MoreDelegates from Ian Williams join Crown Training Day
Posted: 31st October 2018
A team from Cardiff has recently attended the Crown Paints Product Training Day, held at the Crown Decorating Centre in Swansea. The day focused on learning more about the new Fast Flow wood paints and Sadolin Beautiflix woodstain, and the best preparation and application techniques to use to obtain a perfect finish. The event also […]
Read MoreAward-Winning Ian Williams’ Academy is Highly Commended by CITB
Posted: 30th October 2018
The Ian Williams’ Academy team is celebrating once again after walking away with a Highly Commended for the prestigious CITB Large Apprentice Employer of the Year Award. Encapsulating its success as making a significant contribution to deliver high quality construction apprenticeships, the team attended the awards last week. Paul Snape, Ian Williams’ Key Account Advisor at […]
Read MoreYet another award nomination for the Ian Williams’ Academy
Posted: 27th September 2018
Our commitment to direct delivery ensures that our recruitment and Academy teams were kept busy throughout the summer in readiness for our Autumn trade apprenticeship intake. Taking a break, the team were recently delighted to be recognised for all their hard work, by making the finals in the CITB Large Apprentice Employer of the Year […]
Read MoreKeeping it in the family!
Posted: 26th September 2018
Our mission is to be an employer loved its employees and customers, and we believe that by directly employing our workforce we can create a culture that nurtures our homegrown talent to their full potential throughout their careers at Ian Williams. This is certainly the case for the Ward family, who have given us over […]
Read MoreLatest Edition of Review Magazine Now Available
Posted: 18th September 2018
The latest copy of Review – a business update for our clients and the industry – is now available. In this edition we report on some of the successes of those in our business – from the RoSPA President’s award to a CITB Scholarship – as well as throw a spotlight on how Ian Williams […]
Read MoreDeveloping trainee surveyors
Posted: 12th September 2018
Ian Williams was recently approached by the CITB for our comments and thoughts surrounding the challenges of a continuing skills gap, in a sector that’s forecast to grow significantly. According to the CITB’s latest Construction Skills Report (CSN) “construction output is expected to grow by 1.3% over the next five years, with 158,000 jobs to […]
Read MoreWorld class painters
Posted: 28th August 2018
Over Summer, our second-year painting apprentice Zoe Evans, won the Welsh regional heat of the CITB UK ‘Skillbuild Competition’ which was held at the college she attends in Coleg Sir Gar. Zoe’s winning piece was inspired by the world cup fever. We were delighted to receive further good news that Zoe has been ranked as […]
Read MoreWhat a difference a day makes!
Posted: 27th August 2018
Never a truer phrase was penned than what a difference a day can make! We recently completed a full garden clearance for two senior living tenants of City West Housing. The tenants had found their garden harder and harder to maintain and were just not able to keep on top of it to the standard […]
Read MoreOfficial hub launch
Posted: 15th August 2018
Our Birmingham Hub has officially opened its doors, unveiling a welcoming new brand identity. The Hub is the focal point of Ian Williams’ delivery of an integrated service to clients and is our integrated service centre where people and technology work in synergy to deliver the best customer experience
Read MoreNewydd Housing are awarded the RNIB Cymru ‘Platinum Visibly Better Award’
Posted: 1st August 2018
Ian Williams was delighted to recently work with Newydd Housing Association on a scheme to deliver innovative renovations to support their tenants’ living with sight loss to live independently for longer at Ellis Fisher Court in Barry. The changes recognised by the RNIB Cymru mean that Newydd have been awarded the ‘Visibly Better Platinum Award’. […]
Read MoreIan Williams joins ‘Accent on Tour’
Posted: 28th July 2018
As part of an initiative to enable their customers to find out more about their existing and new services, both Anchor and Ian Williams headed out on the great 2018 ‘van tour’. The tour van travelled 82 miles over 4 days and the teams visited customers in Allerton and Keighley, South Kirby, Manningham and Bradford. […]
Read MoreProud winners of the prestigious Painting and Decorating Association’s Residential Category Premier Trophy Award
Posted: 25th July 2018
The PDA celebrated its 30th anniversary this summer in London’s Plaisterers’ Hall. This year the award categories increased from five to seven in a bid to represent a broader and more diverse range of the painting industry. Ian Williams was extremely proud to be able to put forward two entries for their work with Caring […]
Read MoreApprentice Zoe hits it home!
Posted: 23rd July 2018
Congratulations to our second year painting apprentice Zoe Evans who has won the Welsh regional heat of the CITB_UK ‘Skillbuild Competition’ held this week at ColegSirGar. Zoe’s winning piece was inspired by recent world cup fever. Huge well done Zoe – we love the artwork!
Read MoreGO TEAM IAN WILLIAMS! Wish us luck as we take on the might of the Three Peaks’ Challenge to raise funds for The Stroke Association
Posted: 20th July 2018
This weekend sees 12 intrepid climbers (and 2 mini-bus drivers) from Ian Williams taking on the might of the Three Peaks Challenge – 23 miles over the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales, within 24 hours. Supported by 2 drivers who will transport the team between the ascents, the total distance travelled will […]
Read MoreReady for the future: Making the most of new talent
Posted: 2nd July 2018
For anyone who has not yet read the latest issue of Inside Housing, follow the link here for to see the Ian Williams’ Chapter in association with Mark Farmer and Shelagh Grant, CE of the Housing Forum. Ian Williams’ Executive Director Mike Turner looks at how nurturing in-house skills and keeping control of labour and resource […]
Read MoreCelebrating Templer HomeBuild’s grand opening!
Posted: 2nd July 2018
Templer HomeBuild recently hosted a ‘Grand Opening’ event to celebrate their move into their new modern offices. Ian Williams’ Response Operations’ Director Jayne Cox, Templar Homebuild Chief Executive Jo Reece and operative Ricky Jamieson officially cut the ribbon surrounded by a crowd of Teign Housing and Templer HomeBuild colleagues and tenants. Ian Williams has a contract […]
Read More‘Dream Team’ Lita Mitchell and Angie Smith celebrate their new appointment at Ian Williams
Posted: 28th June 2018
We are delighted to welcome Lita and Angie as the latest members to join our Liverpool painting and decorating team. Lita and Angie are currently carrying out cyclical painting and decorating work on our customer Riverside Housing’s stock. Both ladies have a wealth of painting and decorating experience having worked together as a team for […]
Read MoreIan Williams Academy receives C2S Best Practice Award
Posted: 26th June 2018
Launched at last week’s Circle 2 Success Big Breakfast in Cheltenham, the Excellence In Business Awards were themed around delivering expertise in education and training amongst C2S members. We are delighted to announce that the Ian Williams Academy was presented with the Best Practice Award, accepted by Business Manager Warren Buffery. Sian Pearce, Ian Williams’ […]
Read MoreWinner of Winners!
Posted: 25th June 2018
Last night, the Ian Williams team was delighted to walk away as the Winner of Winners’ in the Training and Personnel category at the PwC West of England business awards. Celebrating 30 years of the awards, which have seen a roll call of some of the region’s most successful companies and best loved brands, the […]
Read MoreUplifting environments for ‘Friends of the Elderly’ dementia home
Posted: 25th June 2018
The Ian Williams team works in many sensitive environments, with much of our activity in the homes of older people or those who are vulnerable. We recently completed a project in a Dementia Unit for The Retired Nurses National Home (RNNH) in Bournemouth, on behalf of the charity Friends of the Elderly, who look after […]
Read MoreDelighted to be part of the team that supported the re-opening of Tavistock’s Visitor Information Centre
Posted: 19th June 2018
We’re delighted to announce that Tavistock Heritage Trust will be reopening its Visitor Information Centre (VIC) this summer thanks to a little help from local businesses including Ian Williams. Run by volunteers and overseen by the Tavistock Heritage Trust, the VIC will help welcome visitors to the town and support local businesses. Services offered will […]
Read MoreGO TEAM IAN WILLIAMS! Wish us luck as we take on the might of the Three Peaks’ Challenge to raise funds for The Stroke Association
Posted: 18th June 2018
This weekend sees 12 intrepid climbers (and 2 mini-bus drivers) from Ian Williams taking on the might of the Three Peaks Challenge – 23 miles over the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales, within 24 hours. Supported by 2 drivers who will transport the team between the ascents, the total distance travelled will […]
Read MoreShining Star Tyler Heath is awarded a CITB Scholarship
Posted: 18th June 2018
Shining Ian Williams’ star, Tyler Heath who attends Nottingham College, has been singled out as an exceptional candidate to receive the scholarship by both Nottingham College and the CITB. Tyler is currently completing his year 2 plumbing apprenticeship. Tyler was nominated for the scholarship by CITB Apprentice Officer Alison Byrne who explained: “It is so […]
Read MoreApprentice Ben Hegedus awarded ‘Construction Apprentice of The Year 2018’ from Walsall College
Posted: 11th June 2018
Congratulations to Ian Williams’ apprentice, Ben Hegedus who was nominated for Construction Apprentice of the Year 2018 by his assessor. He then went on to successfully scoop the prize due his hard work and performance over the last three years. Ben is currently completing his level 3 Painting and Decorating apprenticeship at Walsall College. Ben […]
Read MoreApprentice Daniel Richards awarded the CITB Student of the year award for his ‘Exceptional Performance’
Posted: 6th June 2018
Congratulations to our apprentice Daniel Richards, whose hard work and exceptional performance both on site and at college has been recognised by his tutor who nominated him for the prestigious CITB award. Daniel is currently completing his level 3 Painting and Decorating apprenticeship at Coleg Sir Gar. Jo Down, Academy officer for Ian Williams commented […]
Read MoreIan Williams achieves prestigious RoSPA President’s (10 consecutive Golds) Award for Health and Safety practices
Posted: 24th April 2018
Ian Williams is delighted to announce it has achieved the prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) President’s Award for its health and safety practices. Presented as a result of Ian Williams having received 10 consecutive Gold Awards, the coveted President’s Award celebrates consistently high levels of performance in occupational health and safety […]
Read MoreUp On The Roof – Putting Training into Practice!
Posted: 17th April 2018
A group of Ian Williams’ apprentices from all over the UK recently came together in Newport, Wales to work on the Central Chambers in the city which is undergoing a total refurbishment. For the apprentices, the first-hand experience they gained working on roof trusses will help them complete their practical portfolios, as well as giving […]
Read MoreOne of the UK’s leading education centres for women enjoys a classroom make-over courtesy of our Liverpool team
Posted: 16th April 2018
The Ian Williams team in Liverpool has recently completed decoration works for Blackburne House on behalf of client Riverside Housing Group. The project has been delivered as part of the £1.6 million 3-year cyclical painting and repairs contract awarded last year by Riverside to Ian Williams. Blackburne House is a Grade II listed building which […]
Read MoreAshley Ward Nominated for G4C Mentor of the Year Award
Posted: 12th April 2018
Ian Williams is delighted to announce that Contracts Manager Ashley Ward, has been nominated by the CITB for Generation for Change Mentor of the Year in the Constructing Excellence South West awards for his outstanding contribution to apprenticeship training. Jo Down, Academy Officer at Ian Williams comments on the nomination: “Ashley Ward is an exceptional […]
Read MoreFive Years in And Going Strong
Posted: 23rd March 2018
In 2013 Ian Williams was appointed by Wiltshire Council to carry out improvements to 5,500 homes across the county. Five years in and the partnership which encompasses planned maintenance, modernisation and renewals is going strong. We recently caught up with the team in Salisbury who are responsible for delivering the improvement programme. To date Wiltshire […]
Read MoreIan Williams maintains a strong financial performance within its full-year results
Posted: 15th March 2018
Ian Williams announces good full-year results to 5 November 2017. The business delivered a strong overall performance maintaining a good underlying operating margin of 5.5% with sales of £86 million. Importantly, liquidity further improved and now exceeds £20m with Dunn & Bradstreet reporting a credit rating of 98. Commenting on the results, Andy Havard, Managing […]
Read MoreIan Williams Marks National Apprentice Week with Qualification Celebration Lunch
Posted: 12th March 2018
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week 2018, leading property services specialist Ian Williams held its second Qualification Celebration Lunch at Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium. The event which was attended by 32 people, celebrated the company’s apprentice, trainee and staff achievers and recognised the vital contribution they make to the business. Ian Williams is committed to […]
Read MoreApprentice Case Study: Zoe Evans
Posted: 8th March 2018
In 2017, Zoe Evans, who’s from Llanelli successfully applied to our Apprentice Scheme and has since been working with our Swansea based teams delivering a range of painting and decorating projects whilst studying for NVQ Level 2 at Coleg Sir Gâr. Her college entered her into the Regional heat of Skills Competition Wales (WorldSkills UK) […]
Read MoreDaniel Rayner Nominated As Trade Construction Apprentice of the Year!
Posted: 7th March 2018
Ian Williams is delighted to announce that apprentice Daniel Rayner has been nominated for Plymouth’s Trade Construction Apprentice of the Year 2018. This award, known as The Ron Simmonds Construction Apprentice of the Year, seeks to acknowledge and celebrate an apprentice’s exceptional contribution to their workplace, and recognise their commitment to the Apprenticeship experience. Ron […]
Read More2017: A Year Of Milestones – the latest Ian Williams’ Review Magazine now available
Posted: 6th February 2018
Here is the latest copy of the Ian Williams’ Review Magazine – a business update for clients and the industry at large.
Read MoreIan Williams joins the ARCO Affiliate Network
Posted: 2nd February 2018
In coming months, we will be actively engaging with the main body representing retirement community providers in the UK as we join the Affiliate Network of ARCO, the Associated Retirement Community Operators. With an increasing workload for clients in the senior living sector, including Anchor, Housing & Care 21, Hanover Housing Association and Cheltenham Caring […]
Read MoreCelebrating Longfield Hospice’s 30th Birthday
Posted: 31st January 2018
Ian Williams has been a long-standing supporter of Longfield Hospice over many years. In the past, this has included the refurbishment of their charity shops, helping with fun runs and more recently the collection of over 1,500 Christmas trees for recycling and chipping. As Patron of Longfield, The Prince of Wales visited the hospice charity to […]
Read MoreIan Williams Scoops Best Apprentice Scheme in the National Housing Maintenance Forum 2018 Awards
Posted: 29th January 2018
The Ian Williams’ team is delighted to be announced the winner of the National Housing Maintenance Forum (NHMF) Best Apprentice Scheme in their 2018 awards which highlight ingenuity and success within the housing sector. Sian Pearce, Training and Development Manager for the Ian Williams’ Academy commented: “Winning this award is especially important as it reflects […]
Read MoreIn At The Deep End!
Posted: 9th January 2018
Works were recently finished on a fantastic swimming pool project in Yate, close to our head office. Ian Williams was the main contractor working on the refurbishment of the swimming pools at Yate Leisure Centre to provide the local community with refreshed, upgraded and more efficient facility. This was the first major refurbishment of the […]
Read MoreCommunity Hub Official Opening
Posted: 8th January 2018
The Ian Williams’ team has been working with City of Cardiff Council to create the exciting new Powerhouse Community hub, now home to a new library including a child’s area and public access computers; housing, benefit and other advice services and community spaces for activities and meetings. The team was delighted to be involved in […]
Read MoreIan Williams Joins Mel, Sue and Mary Berry to deliver a surprise Community Project in South Wales
Posted: 2nd January 2018
For those of you who missed it, the Ian Williams’ team was recently called in to help the BBC with a special makeover of a community centre in South Wales. Presented by Mary Berry and Mel and Sue, ‘The Surprise Party’ project was kept under wraps as none of the residents in the village knew […]
Read More2017
Delighted to Support Midland Heart’s Important Christmas Homeless Appeal
Posted: 12th December 2017
With Christmas just around the corner and freezing temperatures sweeping the country, the issue of homelessness reaches crisis point which is why we wanted to support Midland Heart and their Birmingham Homeless Gift Appeal. Together with other volunteers, donors and outreach workers, the appeal has resulted in 220 gift bags going to people accessing emergency […]
Read MoreShortlisted For Best Apprentice Scheme 2018!
Posted: 11th December 2017
The Ian Williams’ team is delighted to be short-listed for the National Housing Maintenance Forum’s (NHMF) Best Apprentice Scheme 2018 Awards which celebrate success and ingenuity within the housing sector. We have been recognised for the Ian Williams’ Academy which we created to formalise the significant investment we commit to training and development. The Academy […]
Read MoreA Christmas Tree is Not Just For Christmas!!!
Posted: 11th December 2017
We are long term supporters of Longfield Hospice and this Christmas, we will be supporting their Christmas Tree Collection initiative by donating three vans to drive around homes and businesses to pick up trees following the festive period. Once collected, the trees are recycled before being stripped and de-barked. The chips will then be used […]
Read MoreDomestic Adaptations Framework Success
Posted: 1st December 2017
Ian Williams is delighted to have secured a four year framework with Cardiff Council to deliver aids and adaptations throughout the City adapting residents homes so that they are as independent as possible. With an annual value of £1million, work commenced in November and is being delivered by Ian Williams’ directly employed workforce led by local […]
Read MorePowerhouse Hub Officially Open!
Posted: 29th November 2017
We’ve been working with City of Cardiff Council to create the exciting new Powerhouse hub, which thanks to a two storey, 600m2 extension, is now home to a new library including a child’s area and public access computers; housing, benefit and other advice services and community spaces for activities and meetings. Our team was delighted […]
Read MorePrincipal Designer Seminar Heads to Birmingham
Posted: 10th November 2017
Earlier this year, in conjunction with the Health & Safety Executive, Ian Williams hosted a series of seminars on The Risks and Pitfalls Associated with the Appointment of a Principal Designer. Following the success of these events, a fourth seminar is announced to take place in January in Birmingham. These seminars are free to attend […]
Read MoreTaking the Company Forward
Posted: 6th November 2017
To fulfil Ian Williams’ ambitious future commercial strategy, we’ve looked at how the business is structured and as a result, created a key leadership role management team responsible for looking after and driving growth across our core products and services. Promoted from within the business are Jayne Cox to Response Operations Director, and Zane Poyner to […]
Read MoreIan Williams Ltd Celebrates the Official Opening of its new Plymouth Office – with a 145-mile bike ride and £5000 donation to The Brain Tumour Charity
Posted: 30th October 2017
To celebrate the official opening of leading property services specialist Ian Williams’ new Plymouth office, a team of employees and directors recently took to their bikes and raised £5000 for The Brain Tumour Charity. The two-day challenge started out from the company’s head office in Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire and saw the team cover 145 […]
Read MoreWishing Everyone The Best of Luck for this year’s Wigmore School Celebration Evening!
Posted: 30th October 2017
For the second consecutive year, Ian Williams is delighted to be sponsoring the Wigmore School Celebration Evening which awards the achievements of pupils who have now completed their studies. The guest speaker is Ms Danielle Brown MBE, the inspirational double Paralympic gold medallist in archery, three time World Champion and world number 1 for her […]
Read MoreCharity Bike Ride to Celebrate Opening of New Plymouth Office
Posted: 3rd October 2017
To celebrate the opening of the new Ian Williams Plymouth office on Tuesday 17th October, we plan to raise money for ‘The Brain Tumour Charity’ by getting on our bikes. The charity bike ride will start from our Chipping Sodbury head office on Monday 16th October stopping overnight in Tiverton before reaching Plymouth on Tuesday […]
Read MoreKeeping Fire Doors At The Heart of the Agenda #FDSafetyWeek
Posted: 28th September 2017
With National Fire Door Safety Week hitting the headlines, we thought we’d take a look at some of the projects our teams are working on across the country, which underline our clients’ commitment to best practice when it comes to protecting residents from the potentially fatal consequences of fire. Anchor Housing As part […]
Read MoreARMA Officially Welcomes Ian Williams as Partner Member
Posted: 21st September 2017
Property services provider Ian Williams will be joining ARMA as a Partner Member. ARMA is the leading trade association for residential leasehold managing agents in England and Wales, and works to promote the highest standards of leasehold management and professionalism across essential managing agent services. ARMA recognises the valuable role that specialists like Ian Williams […]
Read MoreCongratulations to St Austell Brewery: This Year’s PWC West of England Business of the Year
Posted: 11th September 2017
As 2016’s PWC West of England Business of the Year, Ian Williams was privileged to pass on the title to St Austell Brewery at the awards ceremony, held on 13th September under Concorde at Aerospace in Bristol. Following the company’s success Mike Turner was invited to join the independent judging panel and present the award. […]
Read MoreRichard Leyshon joins Ian Williams as General Manager
Posted: 5th September 2017
We’re delighted to announce the recent appointment of a familiar face to Ian Williams – Richard Leyshon, who joins us in the role of General Manager. Although not directly employed by Ian Williams in recent years, Richard has kept in touch with the team through joint customer frameworks and industry events like those organised by […]
Read MoreMike Turner To Address ISBA Health & Safety Conference
Posted: 30th August 2017
Mike Turner, Ian Williams’ Executive Director has been invited to speak at the upcoming ISBA Health & Safety Conference in September. Mike Turner comments: “The Independent Schools’ Bursars Association (ISBA) supports and advises the bursars and senior management staff of more than 1000 independent schools across the UK and overseas. As much of the work […]
Read MoreIan Williams Mobilises New Contract with Wrekin Housing Trust
Posted: 16th August 2017
Mobilisation has already started on a new Ian Williams’ contract with Wrekin Housing Trust, one of the largest social housing providers and associations in the West Midlands. Looking after almost 12,000 homes across Shropshire and Staffordshire, the Ian Williams team is now responsible for delivering the external painting and pre-painting repairs to Wrekin residents’ homes […]
Read MoreIan Williams brings home five Commended and Highly Commended accolades in the PDA Premier Trophy Awards 2017!
Posted: 8th August 2017
We’re delighted to come back from the Painting and Decorating Association’s Premier Trophy Awards 2017 with a clutch of five Commended and Highly Commended accolades. Rewarding the highest standards of excellence in the industry, Ian Williams is a frequent winner and this year saw our painting teams being recognised in the Decorative, Highly Decorative and […]
Read MoreIan Williams Secures multi-year dual Riverside Group contract, covering Painting and Repairs and Aids and Adaptations Framework
Posted: 3rd August 2017
Ian Williams Ltd has been appointed by Liverpool’s Riverside Group to provide two key elements of its ongoing Liverpool property refurbishment plan. The company will deliver a cyclical painting and repairs contract, while also working as part of the group’s aids and adaptations framework. Both services will be delivered to up to 3,000 houses and […]
Read MoreThe Foundation Summer Update
Posted: 1st August 2017
Established last year, the Ian Williams’ Foundation is an employee led team that manages the funding we provide for community investment, charitable donations and supports voluntary work nationally. The value equivalent of the foundation’s work exceeds £100,000. The last few months have seen the Committee have a record number in grant applications to consider from […]
Read MoreIan Williams Puts Residents First in Parbrook Court
Posted: 17th July 2017
A complex new re-roofing project, undertaken by Ian Williams subsidiary Chamberlain Building Contractors, has been nominated for two separate 2017 construction awards: the Master Builders Awards and the National Federation of Roofing Contractors Awards. Managed by Bristol City Council, Parbrook Court provides sheltered accommodation for vulnerable residents, in the form of 20 self-contained flats plus […]
Read MoreCameras, Action, Roll ….. Ian Williams supports CITB training Initiative
Posted: 10th July 2017
Some Ian Williams trade staff recently enjoyed cameo roles in videos being shot as part of the CITB’s latest initiative to create literacy and numeracy training materials to help Apprentices. The film crews used a selection of our locations including Elizabeth Barn court in London where we’re carrying out works on behalf of long standing […]
Read MoreIan Williams Awarded Aids and Adaptations Framework for Bristol City and North Somerset Councils
Posted: 23rd June 2017
Ian Williams Ltd has been awarded a £3.8 million pa 3+1-year framework for Aids and Adaptations across Bristol City (BCC) and North Somerset (NSC) Councils’ properties.
Read MoreIan Williams Secures Kitchen & Bathroom Upgrade Contract with Wandle Housing
Posted: 19th June 2017
Leading property services specialist Ian Williams has recently been awarded the contract to deliver kitchen and bathroom upgrades on behalf of south London housing association, Wandle Housing. The programme which covers 7,000 homes in nine of the south London boroughs including Croydon and Lambeth, is valued at £4.1 million for up to 2 years.
Read MoreIan Williams 2017 6-aside Football Tournament
Posted: 14th June 2017
This summer marked the long-awaited return of the Ian Willliams Annual Football Tournament, which was held at the Cirencester Indoor Arena on Saturday 3rd June.
Read MoreIan Williams appointed by Teign Housing to deliver £84 million planned, response and M+E works for up to 15 years
Posted: 12th June 2017
Representing one of the most significant social housing contract awards this year, Teign Housing announces the appointment of property services specialist Ian Williams to deliver a 10+5 year £84 million programme of planned, response, void, disabled adaptations, electrical and heating works. Describing the move as a ‘step-change’ in the way RSLs deliver such services, Teign has established a new Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) Templer HomeBuild which will see its in-house staff, supported by Ian Williams, create a more accessible, better-managed and streamlined service for tenants.
Read MoreCollaborative working partnership set to continue between Shepherd’s Bush Housing Group and Ian Williams
Posted: 1st June 2017
We are delighted to report that ourcollaborative working partnership with Shepherd’s Bush Housing Group (SBHG) has been extended for an additional year.
Read MoreCafé gets a facelift at Titchfield Park
Posted: 27th May 2017
Ian Williams and Akzo Nobel have been working together to deliver a community project for Mansfield District Council.
Read MoreIan Williams Showcases Educational Expertise at Independent Schools’ Bursars Association 2017 Annual Conference
Posted: 23rd May 2017
The Ian Williams team has returned from exhibiting at the 2017 Independent Schools’ Bursar Association annual conference.
Read MoreWorking In Wales: Spring Round Up
Posted: 22nd May 2017
The Ian Williams team has been busy across Wales in recent months on a variety of contracts across the health and education sectors.
Read MoreIan Williams’ Bristol Office Secures NICEIC Registration
Posted: 22nd May 2017
Congratulations to our Bristol office which joins the ranks of other Ian Williams’ businesses by achieving NICEIC accreditation.
Read MoreThird Principal Designer Seminar is a hit in Cardiff
Posted: 21st May 2017
On 2nd May, delegates and representatives from the South Wales area attended the third Principal Designer Seminar hosted by Ian Williams
Read MoreThe Ian Williams’ Foundation: Spring Round-Up
Posted: 5th May 2017
Established last year, the Ian Williams’ Foundation is an employee led team that manages the funding we provide for community investment, charitable donations and supports voluntary work nationally.
Read MoreIan Williams Achieves Investors in People Gold Accreditation
Posted: 4th May 2017
Leading property services specialist, Ian Williams Ltd is delighted to announce it has achieved the Gold Standard Investors In People Accreditation in recognition of excellence in areas including people management, leadership and performance evaluation.
Read MoreIan Williams Reports Strong Financial Performance
Posted: 3rd May 2017
The recently published Annual Accounts for Ian Williams Ltd show another successful year in terms of financial performance, a robust pipeline of future sales and ongoing investment in the sustainable, future growth of the leading property services specialist.
Read MoreWorks Completed on Cardiff’s ‘best preserved’ shopping arcade
Posted: 1st May 2017
Ian Williams has recently completed works on an iconic building in the heart of Cardiff’s shopping district, the Morgan Arcade
Read MoreIan Williams Secures Significant New Painting Contracts in London and the South East
Posted: 27th April 2017
Hot on the heels of the announcement that Shepherd’s Bush Housing Group has extended our £1.9 million contract which includes cyclical redecorations, our painting team in London has secured other significant contracts.
Read MoreCelebrating Success across Ian Williams Ltd
Posted: 27th April 2017
Laura Joyce is the first member of the Ian Williams Appointing Helpdesk to be promoted to Planner – well done Laura!
Read MoreIan Williams Achieves Prestigious RoSPA Gold Award for the 9th Consecutive Year
Posted: 25th April 2017
Ian Williams Ltd is delighted to announce it has achieved the prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Gold Award for Occupational Health and Safety for an impressive 9th consecutive year.
Read MoreIan Williams Secures Greater Manchester Police Measured Term Contract For Building Maintenance
Posted: 21st April 2017
Ian Williams is delighted to win a new contract, looking after the planned, responsive maintenance and minor projects for Greater Manchester Police.
Read MoreBook Your Place Now – free seminar on the Risks and Pitfalls of Principal Designer Appointment
Posted: 16th April 2017
Following two successful events in Birmingham and Bristol, the Ian Williams team will once again be sharing good practice with industry peers at a free seminar at Cardiff Bay’s St David’s hotel on the 2nd May.
Read MoreRevitalising Southampton’s Oldest Catholic Church
Posted: 7th April 2017
The Ian Williams painting team have recently completed external redecoration works on Southampton’s historic St Edmund’s Church, along with its surrounding community buildings.
Read MoreMaking A Difference Awards 2017
Posted: 28th March 2017
The Ian Williams team was delighted to support the recent Wales and West Housing Making A Difference Awards 2017.
Read MoreOur Apprentice Stories – Clinton Brewer
Posted: 17th March 2017
Read about Clinton’s training and work experience with Ian Williams
Read MoreOur Apprentice Stories – Aaron Phillips
Posted: 15th March 2017
Here’s Aaron’s story about his experience training and working for Ian Williams.
Read MoreOur Apprentice Stories – Harry Thompson
Posted: 15th March 2017
Here’s Harry story about training and working for Ian Williams.
Read MoreAnother Brick In The Wall
Posted: 8th January 2017
One of the more unusual projects our team has recently undertaken was centred on a historic boundary wall at Gwaelod y Garth primary school which we had to dismantle, strengthen and then reconstruct using the original stone bricks. Located at the foot of Garth Hill, area falls under Conservation protection so all building works – including boundary walls – need to be maintained with respect to the high quality materials and architectural detailing within the townscape.
Read More2016
A Summer of Building Improvements to A ‘Rare Gem’ of a School
Posted: 28th November 2016
The investment into improving the fabric of this architecturally interesting independent school was undertaken to ensure that the built environment appropriately reflects the high levels of quality afforded by its learning environment. Founded in 1896, buildings on the 60-acre school site range from the late Victorian Alfred Waterhouse manor house including oak panelling, carved staircase and plasterwork gilded ceilings, to more recent modern buildings.
Read MoreSupporting the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning
Posted: 10th October 2016
Now a familiar date in many diaries every Autumn, Macmillan Cancer Support 2016 World’s Biggest Coffee Morning has so far raised over £5 million across the UK.
Read More£1.5m contract agreed for North Bristol homes
Posted: 1st August 2016
Bristol City Council has appointed four contractors to the three-year agreement, with Ian Williams the sole supplier to some 1,800 properties in the north of the city.
Read MoreA Winning Day at Pencoed
Posted: 17th March 2016
Yesterday was another busy day with our painting and decorating competition at Pencoed Campus, Bridgend College. There were 25 Level 1 learners present, as well as pupils from local schools.
Read MoreAnd the thanks go to
Posted: 1st March 2016
The Ian Williams Bristol Capital team for sensitive working with a deaf Freeways resident who was receiving a new kitchen. To help communication we produced a laminated information poster about who would be calling and what we would be doing in the home. This combined with the use of sign language led to the resident’s support worker Charlie commenting: “In the nine years that I’ve been a support worker, never have I come across a company that was so helpful and accommodating, and willing to step outside the box to include a resident.”
Read More2015
50 mile charity bike ride raises £1,500
Posted: 18th May 2015
On Sunday 17 May a team from Ian Williams’ head office took on the Cotswold Hills to raise money for the British Heart Foundation and Longfield (formerly Cotswold Care Hospice).
Read MoreOur Apprentice Stories – Usman Ahmed
Posted: 5th April 2015
Here’s more about Usman’s experience training and working at Ian Williams
Read More2014
Additional £3 million deal secured with Shepherds Bush
Posted: 24th September 2014
Building on the success of our existing partnership, we are delighted to have secured a new three-year contract with Shepherds Bush Housing Group.
Read MoreApprentice Harry learns a trade with Ian Williams
Posted: 10th July 2014
A teenage college student is realising his dream of becoming a professional painter and decorator, thanks to an apprenticeship with Ian Williams.
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