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Older workers crucial to curbing construction industry skills gap, but not a substitute for investing in training, says CIOB
The world’s population is ageing rapidly and with profound results. In response to these changes, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched a report exploring the effects of the ageing population on the construction industry and outlined how the sector can adapt to meet some of the challenges.
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Deputy Skills Minister launches construction Higher Apprenticeship in Wales
A new construction higher apprenticeship was officially launched this week by the Deputy Minister for Skills and Technology Julie James AM.
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International collaboration gives competitive advantage, CIOB conference warns
International collaboration is essential for addressing the acute skills shortages and financial challenges of the UK construction sector, delegates at CIOB’s International Inspiring Construction Conference heard on Tuesday. Contractors were urged to overcome cultural barriers and contemplate new business models to adapt to an increasingly globalised marketplace
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Landmark programme launched on the modernisation of construction
The Chartered Institute of Building has launched a landmark news-style programme in partnership with ITN Productions entitled ‘Building Tomorrow’ exploring new technologies that have transformed the face of the industry and disrupted traditional models.
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CIOB responds to Chancellor's Autumn Statement
As the Chancellor George Osborne announces the 2015 Autumn Statement and Comprehensive Spending Review, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) provides its reaction to the Government’s core commitments that affect the construction industry.
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Laws to curb illegal working are changing: Is your business ready?
As part of the International Inspiring Construction conference, Home Office experts will give attendees practical advice to help them prevent illegal working and avoid the financial and reputational risks that come with being caught
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CIOB Scholarship seeks out best sustainability ideas
The Chartered Institute of Building is searching for the best sustainability ideas in construction through its Sustainability Scholarship. Now open for entry successful candidates will receive a £3,000 grant to research a topic relevant to the sustainability agenda
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The global search for photographic talent returns
CIOB opens Art of Building 2015: international photography prize. The visually eclectic competition explores not only the beauty and quirks of architecture, but also the way that buildings relate to people and their surroundings
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Construction Higher Apprenticeship Launched in Wales
The CIOB Higher Apprenticeship in Construction Site Supervision is now being piloted at Coleg Sir Gar, Pembrokeshire College and Coleg Ceredigion, before potentially being rolled out across Wales
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CIOB supports campaign that tackles the exploitation and employment of illegal workers
The Government has identified the construction industry as a sector at risk due to historical skill shortages and its reliance on transient labour
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Dennis Wilson crowned UK’s top construction manager for National Theatre refurbishment
Lend Lease Operations Director scoops industry accolade for calm leadership and proactive management style on the reboot of an architectural icon
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Industry boosts CIOB Chartered scheme for businesses with new rules
To keep the scheme at the forefront of best practice the CIOB asked industry representatives from major contractors, employers, sole traders and clients to redraft the rules to ensure CBCs remain the kitemark of excellence and the corporate membership scheme of choice