The integration of social value in construction is evolving with Robbie Blackhurst spearheading efforts through Compliance Chain.Robbie Blackhurst, formerly of Kier, founded Black Capital Group and…
Current social value measures in construction focus too much on predictable activities like local employment and supply chain spending, with less than 1% dedicated to carbon…
The Labour Government has introduced the Employment Rights Bill (ERB), promising wide-ranging work-related changes.Significant implications for the construction industry, with increased costs on the horizon due…
The Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) has acquired the Building a Safer Future (BSF) organisation, marking a significant industry shift.CCS, starting as a modest initiative, has expanded…
The housing market is showing signs of recovery, even amidst lingering safety concerns.Construction output is predicted to grow by 2.5% in 2025, spurred by a reviving…
The latest analysis of construction industry executive pays has revealed a varied landscape.Executive salaries in the sector continue to outperform average worker earnings significantly.A notable disparity…
Seventynine Lighting, an ISG subcontractor, has entered administration following the collapse of a major contractor.Administrators cite the failure of ISG as a primary cause, leaving Seventynine…
Recent appointments highlight the construction sector’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, amid the industry’s pursuit of net-zero emissions.Anna Foden joins Permasteelisa Group as head of sustainability,…
A recent study highlights the stress disparity between construction office and site workers.Office workers in construction report higher stress levels than their on-site counterparts.The study surveyed…
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has issued a stark warning against amendments to standard industry contracts by clients and their legal teams.Alterations to contracts are leading…
