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Author: James Anderson, FRSA, CMgr MCMI
James Anderson, FRSA, CMgr MCMI
James Anderson, FRSA, CMgr MCMI, is a recognised industry analyst and consumer-protection writer specialising in the UK home-improvement and trades sector. With over two decades of experience in business management, trade standards, and local-service markets, James brings a trusted, evidence-based voice to homeowners and professionals across Sussex and the wider UK. As a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, James is committed to promoting best practice, transparency, and fair pricing within the trades industry. His Chartered Manager status reflects his long-standing work advising SMEs, independent tradespeople, and emerging digital platforms on sustainable growth and customer trust. James serves as the Lead Research Editor for Sussex Trades Mag, where he writes in-depth guides, trade comparisons, expert reviews, and consumer advice designed to help both homeowners and trades make confident decisions. He is also a key contributor to MyTradeLinks, offering insight into digital transformation, local trade discovery, and community-driven service platforms. Across all of his work, James focuses on three principles: clarity, accountability, and empowering the local workforce. His articles aim to cut through jargon, expose industry myths, and highlight the standards that genuinely matter when choosing a tradesperson. When he isn’t analysing market trends or writing for Sussex Trades Mag, James mentors small business owners, supports community development projects, and continues his research into how technology can strengthen trust between homeowners and local trades.
ADA, Mich., Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — What should homeowners understand before replacing hardwood floors? A recent HelloNation article featuring Flooring Expert Steve Klaasen of Klaasen Wood Floors offers a detailed look at how to determine whether refinishing, repairing, or full replacement is the right move. The article breaks down the process of evaluating damage, identifying the right restoration method, and weighing costs versus long-term results. Klaasen explains that not every worn floor needs to be replaced. In fact, many homeowners can save significant time and money by understanding what to know before replacing hardwood floors. Often, light surface…
Sabrina Carpenter had a big year in 2025, propelled by the momentum of her Man’s Best Friend album era, which kicked off with the release of lead single “Manchild” in June. And as the final weeks of the year count down, the pop star is looking back at the cinematic music video she released for the track through an episode of “Vevo Footnotes” posted Thursday (Dec. 18). In the clip, she recalls how she hid a secret clue about her seventh studio album in the visual long before the full-length had even been announced. “I basically hid the acronym for…
LEHI, Utah, December 18, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)–A newly rebranded company has emerged from the roofing technology division of Energy Service Partners (ESP). The thriving QNTUM (QNTUM.com) home services business is now an independent company, bringing forward the technology, sales and installation success it established within the solar industry since 2015, and in roofing since 2018. Today, the company is leveraging its artificial intelligence (AI) systems to support residential and commercial roofing dealers, subcontractors and sales teams in rising and scaling more efficiently and strongly than ever before as an independent organization. The company is headed by co-founders Gary Gietz (CEO, ESP),…
The empty post office is located at 292 Goring Road in Worthing and will now be turned into a hot food takeaway and pizza shop. The post office closed in March 2025 and is situated on the end of a parade of shops, including a fitness centre, café and pet store. It is currently the only vacant unit in the parade. The plans involve fitting an electric oven to an island in the centre of the main shop floor to provide a cooking area and seating for customers. The proposal will create four new jobs. Concerns were previously raised by residents that…
A survey of more than 500 experts revealed their top choices for shower fixtures, tiles, colors, and more.FollowTheFlow/Getty ImagesDesign lovers (and anyone looking to renovate their bathrooms), get excited: The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), which represents nearly 50,000 North American kitchen and bath industry professionals, has released its 2024 Bath Trends Report. The report identifies products, styles, features, and materials that are anticipated to be popular in the next few years and is based on a survey conducted online among 536 respondents that include designers, manufacturers, contractors, and architects.The NKBA provided lots of numbers for what’ll be hot…
BRICKLAYER James Hurrell cemented his spot in the third round of the PDC World Darts Championship – and is in the mix for a deep run. The former BDO star has laid down his trowel this Christmas and taken time off the building site to focus on Ally Pally. Sign up for the Sport newsletter Thank you! James Hurrell shocked his opponent to bank at least £35,000 at the WorldsCredit: PA Focusing on his arrows has helped the world No63 break new ground as he threw TEN 180s and nailed a showman 132 finish – two bullseye shots plus a…
An electric scooter rider is in hospital fighting for his life after a crash in Brighton yesterday afternoon (Saturday 20 December). Sussex Police said: “Police are investigating a collision involving an electric scooter in Brighton this afternoon (20 December). “Emergency services were called to Davey Drive, in Brighton, to a report of a collision involving an electric scooter rider at around 3pm. “The scooter rider – a 34-year-old man – has been taken to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries. “An investigation has been launched, including house-to-house inquiries, to understand the full circumstances. “Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any…
From sweeping sustainability measures and building safety reforms to infrastructure planning changes, procurement law updates and workforce challenges, the industry is being reshaped by regulatory, economic and technological forces. Here, we explore some of this year’s most significant developments, highlighting what they mean for contractors, developers and investors as the sector prepares for 2026 and beyond. Sustainability Sustainability continued to be a defining theme in the market in 2025, moving beyond compliance to reshape contract drafting, risk management and project delivery. Contracts are increasingly embedding climate-related obligations, and industry bodies continue to produce guidance and model contracts to assist…
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