The Government’s latest planning reform document suggests automatic planning approval for many building uses and the scrapping of Section 106 obligations; Concern has been raised across the construction industry regarding environmental responsibilities, affordable housing, place-making and a lack of focus on retrofitting; This provides an excellent opportunity to give young people an active and meaningful […]
The Prime Minister has today announced a £5bn ‘New Deal’ investment, to create jobs skills and infrastructure for Britain after years of reduced investment; Hospitals, rail, roads, prisons, high streets and schools are all included in the accelerated capital spend; The environmental and sustainability credentials of these projects have been met with immediate and significant […]
Virtual careers conference for students and teachers entitled “How Construction Could Save the World” currently boasts over 400 tickets booked; While school buildings remain closed to many pupils, Careers Leads must continue to provide careers advice that meets the eight Gatsby Benchmarks; The perception of careers in construction is an ongoing struggle, and over 90%* […]
The built environment matters. It has consequences. The things we build affect generations to come. Construction plays a more substantial part in environmental sustainability, equality and inclusion, social mobility, and future-proofing our lives than many other sectors. How will our current challenges create even more opportunities in the construction industry? Time to shatter some misperceptions, […]
Just over one month ago, more than three million senior school pupils in the UK prematurely ended their normal learning structure. But school is still running, and students still need to receive careers information and guidance until the end of July 2020. 4000 Careers Leaders across the UK are crying out for support to help […]
The generation born between 1981 and 1996 – dubbed Millennials – have been the focus of many media reports over recent years, particularly when it comes to housing. In 2017, the media fascination with this age group and their homes reached new heights after an Australian property developer suggested young people should stop buying avocado […]
The built environment has the potential to be a powerful force for good in the ongoing battle against human pandemics. In fact, it has a track record. Kathryn Lennon-Johnson FRSA looks at the powerful architectural designs of the Art Deco period in the fight against tuberculosis and asks whether the construction industry is ready to […]
CITB research* says that only 10% of construction employers have currently engaged with schools, and Built Environment Skills In Schools is supporting the ‘Next 10%’** Schools across England, Scotland and Wales closed from last Friday (20/3/2020) and will conduct remote learning until further notice GCSEs and A-levels are cancelled for this academic year, and it […]
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In autumn 2018, Construction Careers Weeks will come to Manchester, Birmingham and London All schools and colleges in each region will have the opportunity to attend site visits, host employers and watch interactive digital content. You can see more about the options for Construction Careers Weeks here