People EDI in construction: creating a space where everyone belongs Ashe Construction has launched an initiative that aims to increase the representation of women and underrepresented groups on site.
People Employers must improve neurodiversity awareness, report shows Neurodivergent colleagues could help businesses become more successful if the right steps are taken to make workplaces more inclusive, according to a new study.
People Home builders call for women to join careers scheme The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has launched its seventh cohort of the Women into Home Building programme.
People Is allyship important in construction? CM People examines the need to make everyone feel included at work and the potential benefits that come with treating allyship as a skill.
People Beard invests in internal talent Contractor Beard has launched a business-wide skills initiative to support workforce development.
People Women in leadership: construction still has work to do Progress remains slow when it comes to creating a clear pathway for women into management and leadership in construction.
People #PPEthatfits: AtkinsRéalis introduces inclusive hard hat AtkinsRéalis has introduced inclusive head protection for its workforce, allowing wearers to make adjustments to accommodate different hair types and some religious headwear.
People Retaining women in construction: are leaders the problem? Construction needs inclusive leaders, but everyone has a role to play in driving positive change.
People Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction shortlist announced The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced the shortlist for the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025.
People Amey joins Multicultural Apprenticeship and Skills Alliance Amey has become a patron of the Multicultural Apprenticeship and Skills Alliance, reflecting its commitment to diversity, inclusion and social mobility across the UK infrastructure sector.
People Bridging the gap between builders and educators The Greater Manchester Institute of Technology works with contractors to design qualifications to meet the sector’s needs. CM People speaks to some of the key players to hear how its apprenticeships are setting up the future workforce.
People CIOB reaffirms commitment to EDI The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has signed a new five-year memorandum of understanding to help advance equity, diversity and inclusion across the built environment sector.
Opinion Trans colleagues: you are welcome at CIOB Following recent backlashes for the trans community in the UK and abroad, Caroline Gumble emphasises the importance of showing allyship with LGBTQ+ colleagues.
People New website champions black construction professionals Diversitas has unveiled a new website to help promote and encourage increased leadership from black professionals.
People Inclusive PPE store welcomes Sizewell workers Construction workers in Sizewell and the surrounding area can access a range of inclusive PPE following the launch of a new showroom
People Wates reports progress on inclusion and diversity Having launched its diversity and inclusion strategy five years ago, Wates is revealing the positive impact across the business
People Mott MacDonald relaunches return-to-work programme The 2025 returners programme aims to support STEM professionals back to work after a career break
People ‘Construction can be intimidating if you don’t fit certain stereotypes’ Jessica Loney tells CIOB People that showcasing equality, diversity and inclusion in construction is crucial to help address misconceptions about the industry
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