People #PPEthatfits: MP introduces bill to ensure inclusive PPE MP Kirsteen Sullivan is calling for new legislation to help ensure all workers are provided with properly-fitting PPE.
People Why PPE must fit the modern workforce The launch of a new British Standard for inclusive PPE marks a pivotal moment – now the construction industry must come together to ensure safer, more inclusive workplaces for all, writes Rowshi Hussain.
People Wates drives initiative to close gender gap in construction and sport A recent roundtable event brought together leaders from the built environment and women’s rugby to challenge gender misconceptions and promote inclusion in both sectors.
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 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.
People BSI announces public consultation for inclusive PPE standard Call for feedback on draft standard that aims to improve the provision of PPE across all sectors, including the built environment
People ‘We were left alone’: how ISG’s collapse is affecting pregnant staff Two workers who were about to go on maternity leave when ISG went under speak to CIOB People about how the fallout has turned their lives and careers upside down
People Equity and equality: what it really means in the workplace Companies must practise what they preach when it comes to inclusive workplaces, writes RLB’s Sarah Draper
People Women in construction: paving an equitable path On International Women’s Day, Womble Bond Dickinson leaders discuss what this year’s theme of equity means for the construction industry
People How to promote equity in construction Lucy Dixon from the CHAS Fairness, Inclusion and Respect Growth Assessment, on steps construction businesses can take to promote equity
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