Slowdown in housing drags on construction output
Construction output in November 2022 showed zero growth, according to official statistics.
In November, the number of new construction projects completed declined by 0.4% as...
Construction Apprenticeship changes in Wales
Changes to some of the key construction apprenticeship qualifications in Wales come into force on 1stAugust in time for the autumn college term.
They are...
Construction impacted by cost of living crisis, inflation, and supply chain...
The UK construction industry is being adversely affected by the cost of living crisis, inflation, and continued disruption caused to supply chains, says leading...
Hadrian’s Wall Charity Walk Raises £20k for BoB
A group of 13 volunteers have taken on and completed the iconic Hadrian’s Wall Walk to raise money for UK construction charity Band of...
Site workers to get 5% pay increase
The Construction Industry Joint Council (CIJC) have agreed on a below-inflation pay rise for site workers covered by the working rule agreement.
The deal follows...
Mace Group Chairman and CEO chosen as new CLC Co-Chair
One of UK construction’s most recognised executives has been chosen to succeed Andy Mitchell as the new Co-Chair of the Construction Leadership Council.
Following an...
Band of Builders charity appoints first CEO
Band of Builders has appointed its first Chief Executive Officer as part of ambitious plans to significantly increase the registered charity’s ability to help members...
Construction workers protest over ‘derisory’ pay offer
The construction industry’s unprecedented skills shortage will worsen without a better deal, says GMB Union
Yesterday, construction workers were protesting a ‘derisory’ pay offer made...
CITB to invest over £233m in British construction
With a strong focus on three core challenges for construction, CITB has published its Business Plan today (18 May), announcing it will be investing...
CITB Grants supports businesses bringing new entrants into industry
CITB data reveals that almost 14,000 businesses have been supported in the form of grants, with over £77m paid out in the last year,...
