A Worcestershire-based tradesman is running 5k every day in May to raise awareness of the construction industry’s mental health crisis. 

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, building products manufacturer Forterra is highlighting the important role mental health first aiders play in the workplace.

Despite increased awareness and initiatives around the declining state of mental health among construction workers, it remains one of the most challenging and persistent problems in the industry.

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Nationwide Platforms is showcasing an employee’s commitment to supporting mental health at the company and in the local community.

The construction workforce is at risk if we don’t have more open and honest conversations about mental health, says Alan Bates MCIOB.

CIOB survey shows industry stress levels remain high, but employer support is growing. Nadine Buddoo reports.

Messaging on modular cabins with QR codes linking to CIOB Assist is reaching thousands of workers, writes Michael Thistlethwaite.

Trade supplier IronmongeryDirect has released its annual Mental Health in the Trades Report. 

JCT is sponsoring a research project investigating the mental health of workers in construction, to better understand the challenges workers face, and to explore how the industry can provide better support.

Contractor is joining forces with a UK mental health charity to improve support for subcontractors 

Buro Happold experts join the 21CC podcast to delve into the role the built environment can play in supporting positive metal health and wellbeing

New research highlights the scale of the challenge facing the construction industry

Bespoke training and resource programme will be available to individuals and companies across Scotland

An England football legend is spearheading a new charity encouraging construction workers to talk about mental health

Henry Boot Construction will build calming de-escalation facilities as part of a major upgrade of an NHS mental health centre in Sheffield.

Former apprentice Yasmin Struthers-Frost details the personal adversities that have helped shape her professional strengths 

CIOB is seeking insights from construction professionals on mental health and how organisations are addressing it.

Mates in Mind is urging employers to improve mental wellbeing support for apprentices and new entrants to the industry