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Prince Philip was involved in many charities, mainly those reflecting his special interests in technological research, conservation of the environment and engineering and construction. He was an Honorary Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building, an award presented to him in 1958.

Investors In People award CIOB silver accreditation

CIOB has been awarded the We Invest In People Silver accreditation by Investors in People.

How a coaching management style can change the industry from the ground up

After months of research and planning, we’re excited to open enrolment for a unique new management course for young construction professionals delivered via the CIOB Academy, called “Coach for Results”.

A new CIOB Technical Information Sheet on Building Conservation - for everybody

Actions required to tackle climate change has highlighted the importance of retaining existing buildings as an option to the construction of new ones. This necessitates an ever-increasing need for the construction sector to be much better equipped in caring for, adapting, and retrofitting existing buildings, with the biggest challenge concerning traditionally constructed ones and that is why this new Technical Information Sheet is so important.

Improving the energy efficiency of our homes

The Environmental Audit Committee has published the findings of its latest inquiry into the energy efficiency of existing homes, concluding that improving energy efficiency provides a huge opportunity to develop supply chains, provide jobs across the UK and reach net zero by 2050. We take a look at the challenges of retrofitting the UK's existing housing stock, and what can be done to help deliver a retrofit programme on a national scale.

CIOB and CWIC launch virtual reality construction experience for students

CIOB) and CWIC have launched a virtual reality experience aimed at aiding construction education for students.

International construction management certification launched by CIOB

CIOB announces first global student festival

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has announced its first student festival.

Defining Construction Management

More than a decade ago, CIOB Past President John Bale and the late Past President Li Shirong set about defining what construction management is. CIOB felt it was time to reinforce those early messages contained in the previous definition.

CIOB responds to construction output figures

CIOB has responded to today’s construction output figures published by the Office for National Statistics.

Honorary doctorate for CIOB Vice President

Datuk Seri Michael Yam FCIOB has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Heriot-Watt University, Malaysia.

Construction Innovation Scholarship: Meet the Successful Candidate

The CIOB delivered the Construction Innovation Scholarship in 2020-21. This unique programme was put together to enable our membership community at all levels to consider research projects, focusing on new ideas and concepts which could be of benefit to the industry.