More than half (53.1%) of housing sector experts have reported gaps in the training and resources available to support implementation of the Procurement Act 2023.

An eco-friendly home for formerly homeless adults has been delivered through support from construction industry charity Crash.

With the Procurement Act now in full swing, social value is under the spotlight again. New recruit Natalie Webb explains why it’s such an important aspect of Ashe Construction’s operations.

Bouygues UK, lead contractor for Llanelli’s Canolfan Pentre Awel, has delivered more than £35 million in social value.

A selection of readers’ comments about news and issues in the industry from across the CIOB community and social media.

Bouygues UK’s head of social value takes on new role

New tool aims to drive positive social, environmental and economic outcomes for customers and local communities

Contractor has pledged to create “meaningful impact” in local communities

Building relationships with the local community is just as important as building infrastructure

A platform that aims to accurately assess, optimise and de-risk property development for SME developers has been launched. The Viability platform uses Bluesky International high-resolution aerial imagery overlaid on Ordnance Survey and Land Registry data.

Key initiatives aim to attract new recruits from disadvantaged groups

The Embassy Village project will help to support men facing homelessness 

Procurement guide aims to equip SMEs with the tools to integrate social value into their operations

Lancashire-based pilot programme has helped to empower local women

Kye Gbangbola on how construction companies can better serve the communities they work in.

The Amey Hays Social Enterprise Initiative is helping to empower voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations

New wellbeing room offers a “safe space” for staff across the business

Regeneration scheme aims to help ex-military personnel in Plymouth