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CITB increases apprenticeship funding


CITB is set to increase its apprenticeship funding by £2,500 a year for employers.

HS2 Euston signs new contractors


The works at the HS2 Euston site will be completed by a Mace/Dragados joint venture.

Brexit linked downturn looms for SMEs as sales fall and costs rise


SMEs are at risk of a downturn, according to the latest SME Confidence Tracker.

HS2 – Better connected or financial folly?


Are large infrastructure projects of benefit to the country as a whole or 'financial folly'.

Ecology and infrastructure: why lack of planning can lead to costly delays


Incorporating ecology surveys can help avoid time delays and costly knock on effects on infrastructure projects.

Beyond bricks – structuring leadership teams of the future in construction


Forward-thinking businesses must focus on developing and securing the right mix of leadership to achieve success.

Why construction firms are missing out on millions in R&D tax credits


Why are so many companies in the sector failing to claim R&D tax credits?

Payment in the construction sector


The Court of Appeal has recently provided clarification around payment in the construction sector.

Tintagel Castle bridge receives £2.5m donation


The charity behind the plans for the Tintagel Castle bridge has received £2.5M.

New campaign launched to tackle plastic waste in construction


The Considerate Constructor’s Scheme has launched a campaign to reduce plastic waste.