With male construction workers in the UK four times more likely to die by suicide, Re-flow explores the latest initiatives on mental health in the construction industry and how businesses can support their workers.
Juliet Smithson is the head of employer engagement and delivery in England at the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Juliet directs CITB’s work to shape the Homebuilding Sector Skills Plan, as well as leading regional engagement teams to ensure that employers are aware of, and engaged with, CITB’s Levy-funded products and services.
Paul Cave, sales director at Koppers, discusses how a cross industry effort to grow understanding and awareness is needed to fully realise the aims of the Timber in Construction Roadmap.
Formerly the land and property director of HS2, Mike Hickson OBE will continue to develop Sir Robert McAlpine's work in the defence infrastructure space.
Widespread labour shortages in Europe's construction and engineering industries have seen a particular shortage in trade skills, whereas there are more opportunities for high-tech roles.
As more UK companies consider switching to four-day work weeks, PBC Today investigates what the potential impact could be on the construction industry.
Despite recent improvements, the construction sector grapples with rising mental health challenges, necessitating swift action to address root causes and implement effective solutions, explains Annelee Roscoe, HR and ESG director of Premier Modular.
Construction apprenticeships are the lifeblood of the industry, and we must find a way to make them attractive to youngsters, explains Christian Warden, engagement director at Talentview Construction.
According to CIOB's latest research report, there is a negative stigma and fear surrounding the hiring of people with criminal records due to concerns over employee safety.
PBC Today sat down with Lesley Tracy, head of ESG at Dandra, ahead of International Women's Day to discuss her journey in the construction industry, and how to empower women and promote inclusivity in a traditionally male-dominated sector.
Two of Arup's leading figures- directors Becci Taylor and Sowmya Parthasarathy- reflect on the changes they have seen in their combined 50 year careers and predictions for the future.
The Scottish Plant Owners Association has established the Women in Plant working group to better represent the interests of women in the plant industry, fostering positive change and attracting more women to the sector.
