Constructive Voices
All Articles
1698 articles
Construction NewsConstruction collapse with 2022 having highest number of deaths at work compared to other industries
In the last year, construction was the industry with the highest number of deaths at work, reporting 30 deaths in 2022. As the weather gets colder and outdoor conditions worsen, construction workers are being warned to take caution. The construction industry made up a quarter of fatal injuries to workers in 2022 and the fatal […]
admin · 12/13/2022
Constructive Voices NewsConstruction Output Increased by 0.8% in Volume Terms in October 2022
The Office for National Statistics published estimates of construction output for October 2022this morning. Monthly construction output is estimated to have increased 0.8% in volume
admin · 12/12/2022
Constructive Voices NewsGovernment Extends CE Mark Recognition to 30 June 2025
UK Government have extended CE Mark recognition to 30 June 2025 Read the guidance here: Guidance Relating to the Supply of Products to the Great
admin · 12/12/2022
Construction NewsMcAvoy delivers projects in education and health sectors valued at over £40m
Leading offsite manufacturer, McAvoy, has completed the handover of three major contracts worth £40m as well as a number of other projects across the UK and Ireland. The projects in both the education and health sectors have utilised the very latest in precision manufacturing techniques and further reinforced McAvoy’s credentials for high quality, fast delivery, […]
admin · 12/8/2022
Constructive Voices NewsNEC Hosting a Free Webinar on Retentions
On 15 November, the Construction Leadership Council in collaboration with NEC published joint guidance to industry on the use of retention clauses under NEC3 and
admin · 12/7/2022
Construction News£30m milestone as Lungfish Architects supports 1,400 new school places across Derby
Environmentally driven architectural practice, Lungfish Architects has successfully partnered with Morgan Sindall Construction to deliver more than £30m-worth of educational infrastructure in Derby, helping to generate 1,440 additional school places. Lungfish has designed and delivered some of Derby City Council and Derby County Council’s most recent transformative school projects including Hackwood Primary Academy, Castleward Primary […]
admin · 12/6/2022
Building Safety Directors Consultation
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has published the following: Building Safety Directors Consultation This consultation sets out proposals regarding the appointment of
admin · 12/6/2022
Construct Zero Industry Competition Awards
Business leaders last week attended the first annual progress review of the Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) Co2nstruct Zero Performance Dashboard, which set out the evidence
admin · 12/5/2022
Construction NewsConstruction firms relying on financial incentives as job applicant numbers tumble
Skills shortages and the cost-of-living crisis have driven salaries up across construction, despite the demand for staff beginning to slow. That’s according to the latest report from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo). The data, provided by the world’s largest network of job boards, Broadbean Technology, revealed that despite vacancies dropping 6% between January […]
admin · 12/5/2022
Leading the Charge Podcast Series : Collaboration
Leading the Charge shines a light on the electrotechnical community and tells the stories of the organisations and professionals powering the transition to net zero.
admin · 12/2/2022
Blog : Report Shows how Innovation Unlocks Affordable, Carbon Neutral Homes
A recent post-occupancy evaluation, funded by Commonweal Housing, on ZED PODS’ Hope Rise is a reminder of how important it is to be conducting this
admin · 12/2/2022
PodcastsEpisode 47: Rats and Other Disasters in the Palace of Westminster
Episode 47: Rats and Other Disasters in the Palace of Westminster “If we’re not careful, the United Kingdom is going to have its Notre Dame moment…. that Parliament is going to burn to the ground.” Ian Paisley, Jnr. Member of Parliament, United Kingdom LISTEN HERE “It’s very politically sensitive because no politician wants to […]
Jackie De Burca · 12/1/2022
CLC Launches Young Ambassadors Recruitment Competition
The CLC is pleased today, as part of its desire to increase engagement with young professionals across the sector, to launch a recruitment competition to
admin · 12/1/2022
Becoming a Small Housing Developer : Advice and Guidance from others in the New Homes Industry
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) is delighted today to launch a new guide designed to help those starting out as small housing developers, or looking
admin · 12/1/2022
Construction NewsHundreds build a solid foundation for a career in construction thanks to Foundations Live
More than 600 students of all ages and over 200 industry professionals attended Foundations Live 2022 – one of the north of England’s biggest construction, trade, networking, and careers events. Despite the torrential downpour, exhibitors, trades people, students and teachers were all able to keep dry and explore more than 80 exhibition stands inside the […]
admin · 11/17/2022
Net ZeroEpisode 46: What is the Post COP27 Roadmap for the Built Environment?
What is the Post COP27 Roadmap for the Built Environment? With a Panel of Top Experts COP26 saw the first-ever Built Environment Day COP26 in Glasgow saw the first-ever Built Environment Day. Considering that one of the most shared statistics states that approximately 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions can be traced to constructing and […]
Jackie De Burca · 11/14/2022
PodcastsEpisode 45: An Addiction Special You Won't Want To Miss
Episode 45: An Addiction Special You Won’t Want To Miss Richard is a recovering alcoholic who has worked in the construction industry for fourteen years. His bravery and honesty will touch you whether you are dealing with an addiction yourself or know of someone who is. The addiction doesn’t need to be alcohol for this […]
Jackie De Burca · 11/1/2022
Constructive Voices NewsCITB Wales announce a further £780,000 investment for Onsite Experience Hubs
CITB Wales announce a further £780,000 investment for Onsite Experience Hubs CITB Wales announce a further £780,000 investment for the CITB Wales’ Onsite Experience Hubs. The project, which has been extended until 2025, has already seen 524 people site ready in a period of 18-months. 780 local people will gain invaluable experience and skills Now […]
Jackie De Burca · 10/19/2022
ArchitectureWhy the San Marino Declaration is the Hippocratic Oath for architects
Why the San Marino Declaration is the Hippocratic Oath for architects Norman Foster launched the San Marino Declaration on 3rd October 2022 at the 83rd session of the UNECE Committee on Urban Development, Housing and Land Management. The UN has strongly urged architects, city shapers, and engineers to put these sustainability principles into action. Dezeen’s […]
Jackie De Burca · 10/18/2022
HighlightsEpisode 44: How to minimise risk in turbulent times with US expert, Aaron Henderson
Episode 44: How to minimise risk in turbulent times with US expert, Aaron Henderson The 44th episode of Constructive Voices looks Stateside to construction technology expert, Aaron Henderson. Talking to Steve Randall, Aaron navigates the stormy waters of an industry that has been shaken by a range of phenomena. He discusses how to minimise risk […]
Aaron Henderson · 10/17/2022
Constructive Voices News33% of built environment graduates are not working in the industry
33% of built environment graduates are not working in the industry According to the latest statistics from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), the graduate outcomes figures show that 92% of architecture, building and planning graduates find work or further study, but the report is unable to say wholly whether or not the study is […]
Jackie De Burca · 10/14/2022