People How to protect workers from winter burnout With year-end pressures mounting, many construction teams face increasing fatigue and stress. Read on for practical guidance for leaders on how to protect workforce wellbeing.
People CLC calls on industry to share views on mental health The Construction Leadership Council has launched a consultation on measures to address and improve mental health in the industry.
People Bridging the silence: suicide prevention on the Tyne To mark World Suicide Prevention Day, Stephen McClean MCIOB talks to CM People about Esh Construction’s delivery of the Tyne Bridge refurbishment programme and the vital mental health protocols required for the project.
People Suicide awareness standard: call for construction insights The British Standards Institution (BSI) has launched a public consultation for a first-of-its-kind standard on suicide awareness.
People Breaking the silence on mental health The construction workforce is at risk if we don’t have more open and honest conversations about mental health, says Alan Bates MCIOB.
People Bouygues signs Menopause Workplace Pledge Contractor has strengthened its effort to support and inform employees affected by the menopause in the workplace
People Skanska introduces virtual healthcare service for employees New Digital GP service offers around-the-clock healthcare advice and support
People Contractors take on charity cycle challenge Sponsored bike ride will raise funds for Brain Tumour Research
People Elizabeth Garnett: a forgotten pioneer in social reform Despite championing workers’ rights and pioneering significant social reform, Elizabeth Garnett’s achievements have been largely forgotten – until now
People A wellness journey: from busy professional to fit father Navigating the fast-paced world of corporate life presents a unique set of challenges and demands for working professionals
People Can work-related stress be considered a disability? Employers must be mindful of staff who suffer from a disability, and have a duty to put in place reasonable adjustments to help them mitigate any disadvantages they experience as part of their condition
People After the fall: Her dad survived the accident, but it tore the family apart For Safe Working At Height Week, Abbi Taylor describes how one careless moment turned everyone’s lives upside down
People Would you trust a bot to run your project? The October edition of the 21CC podcast, brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), is now available
People Living and working with breast cancer To mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recent MCIOB graduate Jeannie Ambrose bravely shares her experience of remaining in employment while tackling long-term ill health
People Is it safe to listen to music on site? From radios to earbuds, listening to music can help to boost workers’ wellbeing. But is it ever safe to do so on a construction site?
People Why prioritising joint health is crucial for construction workers Behind every towering skyscraper, sturdy bridge or cosy home lies the hard work and dedication of the UK’s construction workers
Construction clients are not happy about contractor workmanship. Find out more in the 2026 Construction Management and CIOB client survey.