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Update on our 2020 AGM – information for CIOB members
The CIOB Board of Trustees has agreed a June 2020 date for the Institute's AGM, which will be carried out via an online poll.
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Industry bodies call on Scottish Government to implement gradual re-opening of construction sites
Bodies representing over 13,000 skilled and trainee construction and property professionals in Scotland today call on Scottish Government to implement a gradual re-opening of non-essential building sites, within the parameters of health and safety requirements, as soon as possible.
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The CIOB welcomes measures in Ireland to ensure delivery of Exchequer-funded capital projects
The CIOB welcomes the measures announced by the Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe TD, to mitigate the risks for Exchequer-funded capital projects during the COVID-19 crisis period.
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CIOB announces Rising Star award category for CMYA 2020
The Chartered Institute of Building is delighted to announce a brand new “Rising Star” category for this year’s Construction Manager of the Year Awards.
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Northern Ireland Construction maintains upward trajectory despite short term volatility
Today the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) released the latest data on the value of construction output in Northern Ireland.
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CIOB announces Global Student Challenge 2020 Finalists
The annual CIOB Global Student Challenge (GSC) is now hotting up as the final six competing for this prestigious title are announced.
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Government tribute to the "critical contribution" of the construction industry
Today the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma MP, has written to the UK construction industry.
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CIOB sets up a virtual fitness club for members and staff
A new virtual fitness club has been set up by the Chartered Institute of Building for its members and staff to maintain their fitness, actively improve their mental health and stay connected to others while social distancing.
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CIOB urges construction industry to share personal protective equipment with healthcare providers
The CIOB is urging the construction industry to donate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to their local healthcare communities amid international shortages for healthcare professionals.
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CIOB welcomes the new Fire Safety Bill
The Home Office have introduced a Bill to improve the Fire Safety of Buildings in England and Wales.
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CIOB responds to 2020 Budget, what does it mean for UK Construction?
Potentially positive Budget 2020 for the built environment in light of the challenges in tackling COVID-19. Clearly further detail will be needed in the forthcoming construction and infrastructure strategies about how the additional funding will be spent. Eddie Tuttle, director for policy, research & public affairs at the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) comments on the Chancellor's announcement.
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CIOB reacts to latest statistics from Ireland on production in building and construction
The Production in Building and Construction Index, a short-term measure of activity in the sector by volume and by value, was released on 6 March 2020 by the Central Statistics Officer, Ireland