Four contractors that took part in a flexible working pilot have all seen a reduction in sickness absence one year on.

A Wates-sponsored survey has found that eight in 10 menopausal women say their workplace has no basic support to help with menopause symptoms.

Ben Stepney explains construction workers’ rights around flexible working and what to do if someone makes a flexible working request.

A study commissioned by Sir Robert McAlpine claims a 50% increase in flexible working could result in a net economic gain of £55bn for the entire economy, whilst creating 51,200 new jobs. What’s more, the construction industry stands to gain £457m if flexible working increases by 50%.