The Rogue Builder's Racket: A Problem of Trust, Not Technology The government's latest crusade against cowboy builders has reached a fever pitch, with promises to crack down on rogue traders and introduce a new register of trusted tradespeople.
However, this approach may be too simplistic, failing to address the root cause of the problem: a breakdown in trust between consumers and professionals.
The cases of Sheri Ingram and Paul Boielle are stark reminders of how vulnerable homeowners can be to manipulation by unscrupulous builders.