LCA & FTMRC Annual Seminar and Awards Winners

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The Lead Contractors Association (LCA) and the Federation of Traditional Metal Roofing Contractors (FTMRC) welcomed more than 200 industry professionals to their joint Annual Technical Seminar on 8 October 2026.

Growing from strength to strength, the event has become an important fixture in the industry calendar. It brings together contractors, manufacturers, consultants for a day of technical insight, knowledge-sharing and networking.

With a seminar programme reflecting the key developments shaping the industry, it included a range of technical, regulatory and practical topics relevant to specialist roofing contractors.

Seminar Programme

Holmes & Hills Solicitors held an interactive mock adjudication, exploring common contractual and payment disputes, while Cube Construction Consultants tackled misconceptions surrounding the Building Safety Act 2022.

The Health & Safety People showed how effective planning and leadership can make safe working practices easier to implement. Edward Lewis of Donald Insall Associates and Kelly O’Driscoll of Blenheim Palace spoke about conserving the historic palace through its extensive roof and restoration project.

Specialist workshops were also on offer, on CITB training and funding and cellular glass insulation presented by FOAMGLAS.

LCA workshops focused on reducing lead exposure and the LCA provided guidance on a successful vetting assessment.

As technical standards, regulations and working practices continue to evolve, opportunities to share knowledge and address emerging challenges are increasingly important. The continued success of the joint seminar reflects the industry’s commitment to raising standards, supporting specialist contractors and safeguarding the future of lead and traditional metal roofing.

Following the seminar, an Awards Dinner celebrated the skill, craftsmanship and technical excellence of the lead and traditional hard metal roofing sectors.

The Lead Contractors Association (LCA) Murdoch Awards 2026

The Murdoch Awards celebrate the exceptional craftsmanship and technical expertise within the leadwork sector, with this year’s entries showcasing the outstanding standards achieved by LCA members.

The Murdoch Award 2026

Sponsored by Sand Cast Lead Conservation Ltd, this category is for a project of excellence of over 5 tonnes in lead, installed with skill and technical precision.

Winner: Jackson & Dix Roofing Ltd – Ston Easton Park

Winner of the 2026 LCA Murdoc Award: Jackson & Dix Roofing Ltd – Ston Easton Park

: Highly Commended – A R Lead Specialist Ltd – Blenheim Palace

: Finalist – Sussex Leadcraft Ltd – Brighton Museum

: Finalist Norfolk Sheet Lead Ltd – Aston Webb Building

The Murdoch Sponsors Award 2026, sponsored by Calder Lead.

This category is for a project of excellence of under 5 tonnes in lead.
The Winner: Jackson & Dix Roofing Ltd – Aurora Linemere School

Winner: Jackson & Dix Roofing Ltd – Aurora Linemere School

: Finalist – Lead It Be Ltd – Millenium House

: Finalist – M & I Lead Contractors Ltd – Lodge Park

The Murdoch Ornamental Award 2026

Sponsored by British Lead, this is a category for an outstanding project of excellence in lead using molding, casting or bossing skills, demonstrating innovation in design and construction.

Winner: Conservation Leadwork Ltd – Cotswolds Farmhouse

Winner – Conservation Leadwork Ltd – Cotswolds Farmhouse

: Finalist – Lead It Be Ltd – Millenium House

: Finalist – Tim Fuge Leadwork Ltd – Book of Eden

LCA Contractor of the Year 2026

Sponsored by Central Milled Lead Ltd, this award recognises the all-round qualities expected of an outstanding lead contractor, regardless of company size.

Winner: Lead It Be Ltd