People Sizewell C charter launched to boost local skills New charter includes a range of commitments to help address current and future workforce needs
People Neurodiversity training launched for construction workers New programme aims to help address the challenges facing neurodiverse construction professionals
People BSI inclusive PPE standard moves a step closer Proposed British standard aims to ensure PPE is accessible and effective for a broader range of workers
People Costain recognised for commitment to disability inclusion The Disability Confident scheme endorses companies that promote inclusive and accessible workplaces for people with disabilities
People Housebuilder mentoring scheme welcomes inaugural cohort New initiative aims to make housebuilding more inclusive for women, ultimately improving diversity in the sector and addressing the skills shortage
People Construction and EDI leaders pledge support following sexism row Opportunity for positive change after industry event sparked outrage
People Amey’s social recruitment strategy targets FM skills Key initiatives aim to attract new recruits from disadvantaged groups
People Construction leaders must reconsider young Londoners The untapped potential of young Londoners could help to alleviate construction’s skills challenge
People Nearly 70% of UK adults avoid construction careers Call for industry leaders to help change the perception of jobs in construction
People CIOB showcases diversity and inclusion in action New paper outlines how diversity and inclusion is achievable for all construction companies, regardless of size
People Bouygues signs Menopause Workplace Pledge Contractor has strengthened its effort to support and inform employees affected by the menopause in the workplace
People Inclusive recruitment: it’s time for employers to ‘step up’ Leading academic Dr Florence Phua shares with CIOB People new research that underscores construction’s recruitment challenges
People Menopause matters: how to create an effective action plan To mark Menopause Awareness Month, CIOB People speaks to employment and legal experts about the importance of establishing a menopause action plan
People Construction celebrates 2024’s most influential women The Top 100 shortlist and awards ceremony celebrate women and allies who are “driving real change” across the industry
People Constructing Rainbows appoints director to expand EDI services Newly appointed company director aims to help make a “bigger impact” across the built environment sector
People Construction leaders ‘need to be allies’, says inclusion coalition Construction Inclusion Coalition (CIC) chair has called for industry leaders to take a stand on equality, diversity and inclusion
People Putting the spotlight on inclusive recruitment To mark National Inclusion Week (23-29 September), employers should take the opportunity to consider their approach to inclusion in the workplace
Construction clients are not happy about contractor workmanship. Find out more in the 2026 Construction Management and CIOB client survey.