Construction

Find out more about the current high demand for bricklayers in the UK, and the construction activity that is driving these opportunities.

Discover the latest construction industry news, including Labour’s new social housing project and increases in predicted construction output.

Want to find out more about job opportunities for carpenters? We explore how both domestic and commercial projects are driving demand across the carpentry industry.

Learn more about building a career in bricklaying, going from complete beginner to seeking site work.

Fitting a new kitchen is a complex project, and not without its challenges. From choosing units to perfectly fitting worktops, find out more about what’s involved.

Find out more about the latest statistics relating to tool theft in the construction industry, and growing calls for the government to take action.

Discover more about the process of dry lining a wall, and why it is increasingly seen as an appealing alternative to traditional plastering.

Find out more about the government’s commitment to investing £600m in an effort to tackle construction skills shortages.

Find out more about the UK government’s new Timber in Construction Roadmap and what it might mean for the industry going forward.

With nearly half of construction apprenticeships being left before completion, find out how the private training sector can help fill gaps in the workforce.

From skills shortages to the government’s timber plans, find out the latest construction industry news for March.

Find out more about new changes to the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Labour and Trainee cards.