Government ministers are partnering with industry leaders to launch a wide-ranging construction skills strategy.

Finley Topping tells CM People that the experience gained through an apprenticeship far outweighs a full-time university course.

National Grid and STEM Returners are joining forces for the third time to help more STEM professionals return to work after a career break. 

Skills reforms are forward progress, but more flexibility is needed to keep the construction industry moving.

Henry Boot Construction’s Ryan O’Loughlin explains why self-awareness and authenticity are fundamental qualities for a successful construction leader.

Balfour Beatty Group’s chief executive, Leo Quinn, has been appointed life president of The 5% Club.

With the Procurement Act now in full swing, social value is under the spotlight again. New recruit Natalie Webb explains why it’s such an important aspect of Ashe Construction’s operations.

The Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Ireland will be hosting a Built Environment Summer Camp for 12 to 14-year-old girls in June.

L&Q has launched a new apprenticeship programme, offering placements for 20 aspiring tradespeople – with more positions expected to open later this year.  

Seddon’s latest apprenticeship hiring round was oversubscribed, highlighting the lack of placements for people keen to start careers in construction. 

Jack Spittal, site manager of Cormac Construction, on choosing construction over the navy, addressing the skills shortage and sustainability, and career ambitions.

CIOB Manchester Hub committee member Tom Morris MCIOB is celebrating six months of success for the Community Construction Skills Centre in Collyhurst, Manchester.

Chair of CIOB Manchester Hub Leigh Renshaw FCIOB is supporting a participant in the BuildForce initiative on his route to chartership.

Abbie Griffiths is an apprentice engineer and Level 4 construction site supervisor, at Tilbury Douglas.

Daniella Benjamin is forging a career in construction as part of Bellway’s graduate programme.

A Few Good Lads founder Matt Roberts is helping foreign workers navigate Canada’s construction industry. By Ian Weinfass

Two standout HS2 apprentices have received a four-year extension to their employment contracts with Balfour Beatty Vinci Systra.

The Built Environment Schools Trust is partnering with the Supply Chain Sustainability School to launch a nationwide education initiative.