People Construction must ‘change and rethink’ workforce strategy, CITB says The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched its Construction Workforce Outlook 2025-29 report, which sets out the skills needed to meet future industry demand.
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 UCEM renamed University of the Built Environment The University College of Estate Management has been rebranded as the University of the Built Environment, following consultation with students, staff, alumni, and industry partners.
People National Masonry Academy gets CITB approval The National Masonry Academy (NMA) has been recognised as a CITB-approved training organisation.
People The 5% Club announces honorary role for outgoing Balfour Beatty chief Balfour Beatty Group’s chief executive, Leo Quinn, has been appointed life president of The 5% Club.
People CITB announces £39m investment in construction colleges The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has confirmed a major investment in National Construction Colleges (NCCC) over the next three years.
Opinion Rising wage costs are eating into construction’s margins The industry’s persistent skills shortage is pushing wage inflation while also thwarting project delivery, writes Nitesh Patel.
People Government cuts higher level apprenticeship funding The UK government has announced plans to “refocus” funding away from Level 7 (masters level) apprenticeships from January 2026.
People Girls’ summer camp launched to promote built environment The Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Ireland will be hosting a Built Environment Summer Camp for 12 to 14-year-old girls in June.
Opinion ‘A trained specialist is the key to ensuring quality and safe fitness for purpose’ A selection of readers’ comments about news and issues in the industry from across the CIOB community and social media.
People Housing association expands apprenticeship scheme for skilled trades L&Q has launched a new apprenticeship programme, offering placements for 20 aspiring tradespeople – with more positions expected to open later this year.
People Levy-paying employers endorse CITB proposals The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has received support from 67% of construction employers for its 2026-29 levy proposals.
People What’s your team’s purpose? Every team has a purpose, or at least had a purpose when the team was put together. But what happens when people lose focus of their shared mission?
People Construction risks losing aspiring apprentices, Seddon warns Seddon’s latest apprenticeship hiring round was oversubscribed, highlighting the lack of placements for people keen to start careers in construction.
People Changes to skilled visa rules announced The UK government has revealed its plan to reform the immigration system, including higher skills standards for graduates and workers.
People Construction employers claim nearly £130m in CITB grants CITB has released the year-end figures for its Grants Scheme, which provides support for construction employers and learners.
People Manchester centre helps local people into construction work CIOB Manchester Hub committee member Tom Morris MCIOB is celebrating six months of success for the Community Construction Skills Centre in Collyhurst, Manchester.
People Bouygues hails social impact of regeneration scheme in Wales Bouygues UK, lead contractor for Llanelli’s Canolfan Pentre Awel, has delivered more than £35 million in social value.
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