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Why plugging the construction skills gap should be the industry’s number one priority

The construction skills gap should be the industry's first order of business in 2026, writes Sara Roberts of Kingdom Academy.

£2m of systematically stolen construction tools uncovered

Three Balfour Beatty subcontractor workers have been arrested for the reselling of stolen construction tools.

Tower crane strikes expose ‘perfect storm’, warns CPA

The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) said the tower crane operators dispute is driven by falling workloads and higher employment costs, which have stripped employers of the capacity to meet further pay demands.

SOCOTEC expands Irish operations with new Dublin office opening

SOCOTEC, global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, has opened a new office in Dublin, marking a significant milestone in the company's strategic expansion across Ireland.

New English-language HVAC and energy efficiency Master’s launched by ZIGURAT

The global English edition of ZIGURAT's Master's in HVAC and energy efficiency will begin intake in November 2026.

Taking visitors behind the scenes of construction: CITB promotes booking for Open Doors 2026

CITB continues its partnership with Open Doors as part of its commitment to new entrants and bridging the construction skills gap.

More than 40% of construction businesses have failed in last half decade

New data analysis from Witan Solicitors has revealed that construction business failure rates are still high.

Mace Construct rebrand incoming as company shifts for 2026

A Mace Construct rebrand is on the way this year, as it drifts further from its companion company, Mace Consult, following its acquisition.

National women construction site standard launched

A women in construction site standard has been launched at the House of Lords by Women in Construction to improve standards.

Professional practical experience consultation launched by ARB

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has launched a consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience (PPE), to improve fair and consistent access to high-quality experience for future architects.

DfE research shows overwhelmingly positive public opinion on construction

The Department for Educations (DfE) has launched a new campaign promoting recruitment and training to match public opinion on construction.

Tower crane drivers plan strike at end of month

Around 90 tower crane drivers at crane rental company Wolffkran are planning a series of strikes at the end of January over pay disputes.

Support needed for Scottish builders, say FMB

Scottish builders will need to see enhanced support in the upcoming Budget, says the Federation of Master Builders.

UK construction careers make list of fastest growing jobs, but skills shortage looms

The LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise list contains several UK construction careers, but the construction skills gap is still being reflected.

Apprenticeship system reform and workforce initiatives: what construction leaders need to know

The government has unveiled more details on the £725 million overhaul of the apprenticeship system, signalling a continued push to rebuild the skills pipeline and to tackle long-term labour shortages.

FMB: Need for UK construction mentoring “never been more urgent”

The Federation of Master Builders has released a statement supporting firms to fund further mentoring schemes to close the skills gap.

Building Heroes partnership launches new construction skills academy for veterans

A new partnership between Lovell, Morgan Sindall Construction and Building Heroes launches sponsorship of the Building Heroes Darlington Skills Academy.

Over 20% of built environment workers have considered changing profession

New research has shown that more than 20% of built environment workers have considered leaving the profession in the wake of change.

Former Carillion directors fined by financial authority

Former Carillion directors Richard Adam and Zafar Khan have both been fined for misleading the market before the company's collapse.

Welsh cowboy builders cost £239m, FMB investigation finds

The Federation of Master Builders is once again calling for a builder licensing scheme, as they find that Welsh cowboy builders cost homeowners millions.

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