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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...
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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...
Kirsty Allan and apprentices at City Access Scaffolding

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...
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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...
Artist's impression of the Energy Transition Skills Hub in Aberdeen

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...
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CITB hails success of Employer Networks initiative

THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released its year-end figures for its Employer Networks initiative, which revealed a significant increase in learners being...
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Bellway invites applicants for 2025 apprenticeship and graduate intake

BELLWAY Homes has announced it is inviting suitable candidates to apply for its 2025 apprenticeship and graduate intake in Scotland. The housebuilder offers the two...
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Prison officer receives royal recognition for joinery training

A Dumfries prison officer has been honoured for his work to train prisoners in joinery - allowing them to both contribute to the local...

jmarchitects helps reaffirm Ardrossan youngster’s architecture ambitions

AN Ardrossan Academy pupil with ambitions of becoming an architect has been given his first introduction to the profession thanks to a firm working...

Forth Valley College secures £250,000 in funding to attract next generation of engineers

FORTH Valley College has received a £259,000 funding boost from the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) to help attract the next generation of...
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Sustainable building products specialist launches CPD programme

ECOLOGICAL Building Systems has revealed its continuing professional development (CPD) programme for the year ahead. The supplier of natural building products for sustainable construction's programme,...
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CITB launches business plan for 2025-26

THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched its business plan for 2025-26, outlining the practical steps it will take to support the construction...
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CITB hails impact of New Entrant Support Team programme

THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released its year-end figures for its New Entrant Support Team (NEST) - which shows the programme supported...
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Trade bodies back proposed changes to apprenticeship funding ‘in principle’

SCOTLAND'S leading electrical training bodies have given an 'in principle' welcome to new Scottish Government proposals to change the way apprenticeships are funded and...
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City Building apprentices launch fundraiser as 2025 applications open

A group of first-year apprentices from City Building have launched a fundraising campaign in support of Glasgow Women’s Aid, as they prepare to take...

Scots energy sector director appointed as King’s Ambassador

DAVID McKay, director of asset management and operations at SSEN Transmission, has been appointed as a King's Ambassador for Industrial Cadets. The scheme supports young...
Kirkwood Timber Frame trainees

Kirkwood Timber Frame recruits trio of school leavers

THREE school leavers have taken on traineeships at Aberdeenshire-based timber frame specialist Kirkwood Timber Frame. Cameron Forbes (18), Harrison Brodie (18), and Gabe Taylor (16),...