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'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown

'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown
BBC Business Thursday 27 August 2026, 21:44 UTC 1 min read
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A database of trusted tradespeople and a system to protect customers' money is being launched by the government next month.

A database of trusted tradespeople and a system to protect customers' money is being launched by the government next month.
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