CITB confirms investment in National Construction College estate
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has unveiled plans to invest significantly in the National Construction College (NCC) at Erith and other NCC sites.
The...
NFRC hosts Scottish Parliament reception to mark skills progress
MORE than 130 guests attended a Scottish Parliament reception hosted by the NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) to celebrate the progress being made...
Key Scottish construction stakeholders explore solutions to apprentice dropout rates
THE high dropout rate of apprenticeships in the built environment was explored at a recent Edinburgh roundtable event featuring key industry figures.
Held at the...
College students visit Ravenscraig construction site
STUDENTS from New College Lanarkshire's Motherwell Campus recently visited the construction site at Ravenscraig, as part of their HNC and HND courses in computer...
China partnership sees UHI celebrate 363 construction and engineering graduates
THE University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is celebrating the graduation of 363 construction and engineering students at its partner institutions in China.
The...
Two thirds of construction employers support CITB’s levy proposals
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced it has achieved Consensus in support for its levy proposals that will help provide training for...
67% of SBF levy-paying members vote to endorse CITB proposals
THE Scottish Building Federation (SBF) has revealed its members have voted in favour of the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) levy proposals for 2026-29,...
New £2.3m Technology and Innovation Centre opens in Stornoway
A new £2.3 million Technology and Innovation Centre has opened at UHI North, West, and Hebrides' Stornoway campus.
The modernised facility will give the college...
‘Urgent’ action required to address funding challenges around hiring apprentices
AS the Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year competition (SPAY) prepares to mark its 50th anniversary next month at South Lanarkshire College, the Plumbing...
East Lothian pupils build on basic DIY skills with Barratt Homes masterclass
PUPILS at Rosehill High School in Wallyford have been working on improving their basic DIY skills with the help of Barratt Homes East Scotland.
The...
CISRS launches new era of training reform to meet sector demands
THE Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has embarked on a reform programme, designed to transform scaffolding training and expand apprenticeship opportunities.
Following a governance...
CITB supports over 52,000 construction workers to complete mental health training
TO mark Mental Health Awareness Week, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has revealed it has supported over 52,000 construction workers to complete mental...
ConstructHER programme aims to inspire young women to explore careers in sector
GRAHAM is hoping to inspire more women to consider construction careers through its ConstructHER programme.
With females making up just 15% of the UK construction...
FMB calls for action to address ‘skills crisis’
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has called for 'urgent action' to address the UK construction sector's 'skills crisis'.
Chief executive Brian Berry visited Constructionarium...
CITB provides almost £130m in grant support for construction employers
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released new figures, which reveal the organisation provided almost £130 million in grant support for construction employers...
Construction apprentice discount card tipped to help attract new talent
CITY Access Scaffolding’s Kirsty Allan is spearheading a campaign with leading student discount provider, TOTUM, to ensure apprentices have direct access to the same...
Natural stone specialist launches new free CPD
NATURAL stone product specialist Tradstocks is launching a new CPD programme, designed to offer architects, landscape architects, developers, and other built environment professionals the...
CECA Scotland launches new strategy to tackle civil engineering labour shortage
CECA Scotland has launched a new strategy to tackle the civil engineering labour shortage and attract new talent to strengthen the sector's workforce for...
Robertson initiative helps youngsters prepare for the workplace
SCHOOL pupils in Stirling and Clackmannanshire have completed an initiative run by Robertson Group aimed at aiding young people in preparing for the workplace.
The...
Funding boost for Energy Transition Skills Hub in Aberdeen
THE Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has awarded £400,000 to help deliver a dedicated Energy Transition Skills Hub (ETSH) in Aberdeen.
Plans for the...
