skills

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.

Be wary of Artificial Intelligence


AI is now prevalent across all industries, construction included

Why the construction industry needs to be more collaborative with property managers 


Leading Property Manager explains: Why the construction industry needs to be more collaborative with property managers 

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.

Leeds Beckett University collaboration to drive innovation in construction industry


Leeds Beckett University have partnered YORhub drive innovation in the construction sector

UK construction costs set to rise by up to 3.8% in 2024


Construction costs in the UK are predicted to rise by 3 – 3.8% this year, following an increase of 4.1% in 2023.

Above and beyond: Pushing Social Value


Pagabo, discusses where national framework providers and clients can go above and beyond PPN 06/20

The Association of Brickwork Contractors to deliver brickwork upskilling programme


The Association of Brickwork Contractors (The ABC) has secured the tender for a three-year contract of funding from The CITB.