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Rising costs getting on top of you? Support for tradespeople

Rising costs getting on top of you? Support for tradespeople

22 May 2026

If rising costs are starting to weigh on you, you’re not alone. Simple ways to take the edge off and find mental health support that fits around the job.
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Rising material costs: practical ways to manage the pressure

Rising material costs: practical ways to manage the pressure

22 May 2026

Struggling with rising material costs? Learn how to price jobs, handle cost changes, and protect your profit margins with practical, no-nonsense tips.
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Rising material costs and insurance: what tradespeople need to check

Rising material costs and insurance: what tradespeople need to check

22 May 2026

Rising material costs can affect your insurance cover more than you think. Find out what tradespeople should review to avoid underinsurance.
How to cut costs in your trade business (without cutting corners)

How to cut costs in your trade business (without cutting corners)

22 May 2026

Looking to cut costs in your trade business? Simple, practical ways for tradespeople to cut costs, manage expenses, and protect profit without cutting corners.
Mental health in the trades: the pressure no one talks about

Mental health in the trades: the pressure no one talks about

16 March 2026

Mental health in the trades is often overlooked. We explore the pressures facing UK tradespeople and where to find practical support.
The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in the Trades

The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in the Trades

16 March 2026

Working in the trades has always demanded skill, physical strength, long hours and unwavering resilience. But behind the scenes, many tradespeople are struggling far more than the industry often admits.
Spot the Signs - When a Mate Might be at Risk | Trade Direct Insurance

Spot the Signs - When a Mate Might be at Risk | Trade Direct Insurance

16 March 2026

While you might notice straight away if someone pulls a muscle or injures their hand, spotting when a mate is struggling mentally can be much harder.
Facing Down Stigma in the Trades

Facing Down Stigma in the Trades

16 March 2026

In the trades, toughness is part of the job. The pressure is constant and, for many, completely invisible.
1 in 3 tradespeople say their job is damaging their mental health as rising costs fuel crisis

1 in 3 tradespeople say their job is damaging their mental health as rising costs fuel crisis

16 March 2026

New research reveals one in three tradies say their job is harming their mental wellbeing, with cost pressures, workload and theft fears driving stress
Top 5 Wellbeing Tips for Tradies

Top 5 Wellbeing Tips for Tradies

16 March 2026

Working in the trades is tough - physically, financially, and emotionally.

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