All Every Person Counts articles – Page 2
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CommentWhat does ‘fit for purpose’ mean for today’s world?
The scandal at the CBI is an opportunity for us all to reflect on how we treat each other in the workplace, writes Sadie Morgan
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FeaturesHow can we tackle the skills crisis? The next generation reports
The Building the Future Commission young persons’ advisory panel has made a series of recommendations to help the industry attract a better and more diverse range of recruits
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CommentWe need go back to the root causes of construction’s mental health challenge
We focus too much on reactive solutions that can only catch people when they fall, says Seddon’s Nicola Hodkinson
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CommentThe men speaking up about gender equality in construction
A discussion about gender with the twist that it featured an all-male panel is just what we need right now. Here’s why.
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CommentConstruction should adopt a coaching style of management to make every person count
Construction still suffers from a culture more likely to turn workers away than encourage new recruits. Dave Stitt says this has to change.
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NewsConstruction apprenticeship uptake rises for first time in six years
Increase is also first since introduction of Apprenticeship Levy
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CommentAdjudication: is it time to evolve?
A new report highlights the need for transparency in adjudication decisions as well as more diversity in the profession
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CommentOpen your doors and help recruit the next generation
Next year’s Open Doors event will involve young people visiting construction projects all over the UK, and now the DfE is on board making sure schools understand pathways into the industry
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CommentHow secondments to a charity can benefit the industry
Bam communications assistant Hannah Miller has spent a year working for the industry charity, allowing her to develop her skills and enhance her career.
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NewsConstruction among least desirable careers for young people, says WSP green skills survey
Experts call for campaign to raise awareness of opportunities in green transition sectors
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CommentWhat you need to know about period dignity schemes
The construction industry is changing, but there is still a long way to go to make it a welcoming space for women. Daisy Williams at social enterprise Hey Girls is working with firms to break down the barriers
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CommentCoaching clinic: Managing the wellbeing of your team
Creating an environment where employees can flourish and thrive is often a complex challenge, but vital if your organisation is to succeed
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NewsPupils see behind-the-scenes at HS2 dig site as Open Doors 2023 launches
Build UK scheme invites public behind the hoardings of UK building sites
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CommentCoaching clinic: If in doubt, be more dog
It is important to learn how to communicate assertively, for yourself and your team
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NewsSunak planning radical skills reform to tackle low productivity
CITB says plans for new technical colleges could help tackle industry’s skills shortage
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CommentShow off construction with Open Doors 2023
Inviting job seekers to visit your sites, offices and factories to is a hugely positive step employers can take, says Anne Pavey at DWP
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CommentTime to tackle mental health head on: what construction can learn from football
Former England midfielder Trevor Steven now works as a mental health ambassador. He says construction should do more to look after its workers better
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NewsBarratt shareholders protest over lack of women on board
Housebuilder says it will announce appointment of new female non-exec within two weeks
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CommentWe can and must do more to support women during menopause
On Menopause Awareness Day, Justine Elliott of Lovell discusses its impact on women’s careers and what is needed across all industries to better support them at this time
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FeaturesIn business with Stanhope’s Laura Collins and Tony Wall
The pair discuss the risk of getting major schemes built at a time of rampant inflation and skills shortages – and what the industry could do to attract more young talent