skills
Next gen of construction workers to build housing promise
8 Apr 25
The Chancellor has announced £600M worth of investment to train up to 60,000 more skilled construction workers.
Universities fear government reforms will stifle construction sector demand for higher and degree apprenticeships
3 Apr 25
Industry fears forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many construction firms from upskilling their workforce.
How degree apprenticeships can help the construction industry to get workers with lifelong skills
14 Feb 25
How construction organisations can help their employees develop the critical, lifelong skills needed to support the industry’s growth.
Persimmon Homes launches model home to trial new technology
31 Jan 25
Persimmon has launched a new facility, enabling its teams to trial new technologies and train staff.
AI poised to transform UK Infrastructure delivery, says CECA
22 Jan 25
CECA has highlighted the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the UK’s infrastructure sector.
Outlook for the property and construction sector heading into 2025
17 Dec 24
Across the residential, rental and infrastructure sectors, there will be many challenges in 2025, as well as many opportunities.
3 in 4 UK construction workers fear impact of skills and labour shortages
27 Nov 24
3 in 4 UK construction workers fear impact of skills and labour shortages
Government’s new degree apprenticeship funding plans are a major blow to construction firms
4 Nov 24
The warning comes from the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) which has produced a new national report in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University .
Wellbeing sacrificed for profit
23 Oct 24
A new report by the APM calls for greater strategic leadership to improve employee wellbeing and prevent it becoming a “bolt-on extra”
Salford researchers to help tackle housebuilding challenges to meet industry demand
4 Oct 24
The UK’s housebuilding sector is struggling to meet supply chain challenges in the current climate.
