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FIS supports contractors in legal battle with Ministry of Justice

FIS CEO Iain McIlwee spoke to the BBC about the ongoing impact, from financial loss to mental strain, and why this failure exposes deep flaws in how government projects are managed.

Celebrate Excellence in Training

Recognising the Best in Plastering and Fit-Out Training

FIS Training Awards Lunch – Plaisterers’ Hall, London – 25 November 2025

Shine a light on bad practice, not our walls

A frequent concern of our members who work in the housebuilding sector relates to unfair snagging practices on internal finishes.

Change won’t happen unless we stand above the parapet, and therefore FIS is shining a light on unfair snagging practices.

Uniting the supply chain to raise standards and improve quality, safety and sustainability in the £10 billion Finishes, Fit-out and Interiors Sector

Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) was created to draw the finishes and interiors supply chain together to improve safety and quality, minimise risk, enhance productivity and help embrace innovation.

Our membership comprises fit-out and specialist contractors, manufacturers and suppliers.  All members are vetted against a strict criteria that helps promote quality, safety and best practice in the sector.

FIS Contract Review Service helps specialist contractors manage risk

FIS Contract Review Service helps specialist contractors manage risk

FIS is continually reviewing its service offering and has recently updated its Contract Review Service to better meet the needs of members. We know that too often contractors are faced with heavily-amended contracts with significant risk transfer. This service offers...

FIS to Exhibit at SkillBuild National Final 2025

FIS to Exhibit at SkillBuild National Final 2025

FIS is proud to be supporting this year’s SkillBuild National Final, taking place at the Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, on 19–20 November 2025, the UK’s largest multi-trade skills competition showcasing the next generation of construction talent. Visitors to the event...

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Why join FIS?

FIS provides specialist support for technical, commercial, business or training matters. Find out the benefits of membership

FIS Specifiers Corner

FIS has a wealth of specialist information and services that support specification in the finishes & interiors sector

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FIS Members are subjected to ongoing audits. Find a supplier or contractor in our membership directory

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