People Construction apprenticeship: ‘No better way to start my career’ Following a recent development day to kickstart new careers at Ashe Construction, three apprentices tell CM People what they have gained so far and share their plans for the future.
People Industry rallies behind new infrastructure skills plan A new action plan has been unveiled to address infrastructure and construction skills needs.
People Engineering workshop helps Liverpool residents return to work A workshop focused on encouraging an interest in civil engineering among the long-term unemployed was recently hosted by RSK Group’s engineering and construction firm SCP.
People Adult learner scheme launched to upskill existing workforce A new training scheme for adult learners in the north of England is helping semi-skilled workers become tradespeople in the engineering construction industry.
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People Construction coalition slams proposed apprenticeship reforms A broad coalition of construction organisations has written to the prime minister, warning that proposed apprentice reforms pose a serious threat to competence and safety across the workforce.
People Government’s skills report signals reform for construction training A new white paper on post-16 education and skills has laid bare the scale of the workforce challenge facing sectors such as construction.
People Thames Water opens new apprenticeship training hub Thames Water is partnering with Basingstoke College of Technology (BCoT) to open a new apprenticeship training facility.
People West Midlands mayor commits £75m to boost construction skills West Midlands mayor Richard Parker has announced a £75 million construction skills package to train more than 12,000 people over the next three years.
People Improving learning accessibility in the CIOB Academy The CIOB Academy is evolving its efforts to support professional development and career progression.
People Job spotlight: HR director, Edge What does it take to stay ahead in a competitive field? Charlotte Hayes tells CM People how she maintains the edge in her role.
People Construction training provider opens new skills centre The Skills Centre has opened a new facility in Essex to deliver construction training and boost employment in the area.
People Donaldson Timber Systems unveils new skills hub Donaldson Timber Systems has launched a new training programme to help support offsite timber frame skills.
People Mott MacDonald continues career returners programme Mott MacDonald and STEM Returners have started the second phase of their 2025 programme to help engineers return to work after a career break.
People CITB pilot offers free brickwork and groundworks training The Construction Industry Training Board is partnering with Chesterfield College Group as part of the Access to Homebuilding pilot scheme.
People Green skills initiative calls for industry-wide commitment The City of London Corporation’s Skills for a Sustainable Skyline Taskforce has launched its new industry pledge to help support the recruitment and retention of young and diverse people in ‘green jobs’.
People Scrapping 50% university target is ‘real step forward’ for construction Builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has welcomed the government’s decision to transform further and higher education.
People HS2 showcases latest intake of apprentices and graduates HS2 Ltd has welcomed a new cohort of apprentices and graduates into the business.
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