Opinion CIOB’s golden opportunity Now is the time for CIOB and its members to have influence over the conversation around professionalism, says CEO Victoria Hills
People CIOB urges government to consider social media’s role in careers guidance in ban debate As the government’s consultation on banning social media for under-16s comes to a close, CIOB has urged ministers to consider the impact any restrictions could have on careers guidance for young people.
Digital Construction CIOB cybersecurity technical information sheet now available CIOB’s technical information sheet on cyber security is now available free to members.
Opinion Driving modern professionalism with higher CPD standards CEO Victoria Hills outlines how CIOB’s refreshed CPD framework is raising standards and supporting a more competent, future-ready profession.
Opinion ‘Transparency is key for clients’ A selection of readers’ comments about news and issues in the industry from across the CIOB community and social media.
People CIOB launches its first degree to train next-gen construction leaders CIOB has announced the launch of its first-ever degree programme in partnership with De Montfort University in Leicester.
News CIOB launches industry-wide survey to review CDM regulations Member body calls for industry views on CDM 2015 amid concerns over clarity and consistency.
CIOB Community CIOB Scotland Awards open for nominations The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has officially opened nominations for the 2026 CIOB in Scotland Awards, a flagship celebration of excellence across Scotland’s built environment.
News Nearly half of builders report job delays amid worsening skills drought, reveals survey Homeowners feel pinch as one in five builders cancel jobs entirely over lack of skilled workers.
News ‘A clear passion for sustainability’: CIOB announces its Apprentice of the Year A construction apprentice from Lincoln has been named the Chartered Institute of Building’s (CIOB) 2025/26 Apprentice of the Year.
Opinion ‘Is any risk worth taking if it ends with your life?’ A selection of readers’ comments about news and issues in the industry from across the CIOB community and social media.
News Late payment reform toughest in over 25 years, government says The Government has announced significant changes to late payment law that aims to protect smaller suppliers.
Opinion ‘Time for CIOB to challenge the status quo’ A selection of readers’ comments about news and issues in the industry from across the CIOB community and social media.
Technical How do contractors innovate? CM brought together several major contractors to find how they evaluate and introduce innovative products and technologies
News Youth sentiment on construction careers holds firm, CIOB report shows Young people continue to view construction careers positively, with sentiment largely unchanged from last year, according to a new report from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
CIOB Community Norwich event explores relationship between materials and performance Can low impact material deliver high-performing buildings? CIOB members can explore the topic at an event in Norwich on 25 March.
News CIOB champions prostate cancer awareness To mark Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) is encouraging men across the industry to focus on their health.
News CIOB modernises CPD system to strengthen professionalism and competence CIOB is introducing a new CPD Policy for members, replacing its points-based system with an hours-based model, designed to meet regulatory expectations and align more closely with other professional bodies
Construction clients are not happy about contractor workmanship. Find out more in the 2026 Construction Management and CIOB client survey.