Education & Training

New construction season drives Antarctic modernisation forward


A new season of construction is underway in Antarctica for the British Antarctic Survey (BAS).

Budget 2024 – Building strategy


On Wednesday 30th October, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves offered us our closest look yet at the Labour government’s ambitious vision for the UK economy

Government’s new degree apprenticeship funding plans are a major blow to construction firms


The warning comes from the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) which has produced a new national report in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University .

Building careers with tech: Software’s role in the modern construction workforce


Software plays a vital role in 21st Century construction, helping modernise the industry, improve efficiencies, and deliver better project results.

Construction SMEs predict bumper three-year rise


70% of construction SMEs predict bumper three-year rise in projects but skills gap could derail growth – APM survey reveals.

Pick Everard appointed to frramework for education health and safety


Pick Everard has added Pagabo’s new £90M Academy Services Framework to its portfolio.

BESA welcomes election focus on apprenticeships


BESA has welcomed the renewed focus on technical apprenticeships triggered by the general election campaign.

NFB publishes “Supporting Construction to Power Growth” manifesto


The NFB has published its "Supporting Construction to Power Growth" manifesto.

Bridging the gap: Ibstock encourages more young people to consider career in construction


The Construction Skills Network report paints a stark picture of the extent of the UK’s construction industry skills gap.

Infrastructure delivery stymied by skills shortage


New PAC report says UK lacks skills and capacity to deliver major infrastructure over the next five years