SLATING SKILLS ON DISPLAY AT ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW

[ THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors in Scotland returned to the Royal Highland Show in June, to deliver handson introductions to roof slating.

Operatives from two NFRC member companies, Compass Roofing and Taylor Roofs, gave visitors to the show, at the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh, the opportunity to dress a slate and fix it to a roofing rig, plus ask questions about the roofing industry.

Two roofing apprentices who won the NFRC Scottish Apprentice of the Year Award were among those helping visitors to dress and fix the slates correctly.

The visit was part of on-going efforts by NFRC in Scotland to introduce people – and particularly those of school age – to roofing careers and what the industry offers.

At other stands, visitors to the show could also try stone carving, surveying and clay pantile making. The event sees tens of thousands of people visit each year.

Scott Miller, chair of NFRC in Scotland, commented: “NFRC is delighted to be back at the Royal Highland Show to give everyone interested a mini-masterclass in roof slating. While the week is extremely busy, it is very enjoyable, with lots popping by asking for information on roofing. These events are just part of a far larger programme of school engagement, where NFRC in Scotland promotes construction as a career of choice to young people across Scotland, as we seek to make a positive change to the skills shortage across the construction industry.” q

Martin-Brooks (Roofing Specialists) Ltd

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