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News Quality and Safety
New silica toolkit launched as research exposes knowledge gaps
Senior managers across the construction sector do not have the awareness, knowledge or organisational support needed to effectively manage silica dust, according to a major new study funded through the Chartered Institute of Building's (CIOB) Paul Dockerill Award.
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Art of Building Competition Open for Entries
Photographers from around the world are being invited to showcase the beauty, creativity and impact of the built environment as the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) opens entries for its annual Art of Building photography competition.
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CIOB reacts to new Prime Minister
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has today reacted to the announcement of Andy Burnham as Prime Minister
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Independent analysis vital to ensure More Homes Scotland delivers, says CIOB
Scotland risks worsening the housing emergency unless independent analysis is built into the multi-billion-pound More Homes Scotland plans, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has warned.
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News Environmental Sustainability
CIOB announces Saul Humphrey FCIOB as new President for 26/27 term
Saul Humphrey FCIOB has been announced as the Chartered Institute of Building’s President for the 2026/27 term, taking the reins from Paul Gandy FCIOB.
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News Skills Gaps
CIOB urges UK Government to consider social media’s role in careers guidance in ban debate
CIOB research into young people’s perceptions of construction careers found social media is now one of the most influential factors shaping career choices
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CIOB responds to King's Speech
CIOB welcomes the inclusion of cladding remediation and late payments in the King's Speech
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Senedd must work with and listen to construction sector says CIOB
Following the 2026 Senedd election, CIOB has stressed the vital role the construction sector can play in achieving the new Welsh Government’s objectives.
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Scottish Government must be realistic about construction challenges says CIOB
Following the 2026 Holyrood Election, CIOB has stressed the importance of the construction sector in achieving the Scottish Government’s objectives.
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CIOB announces new trustees
Five new trustees will begin serving from the close of the AGM on 24 June
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News Quality and Safety
Survey on CDM Regulations launched by CIOB
CIOB's Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisory Panel is seeking industry perspectives on the Construction Design & Management Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015)
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News Skills Gaps
Construction SMEs face mounting cost pressures and insolvencies despite continuous growth, report warns
The construction sector is under strain from high numbers of insolvencies, increasing wage bills, in part linked to National Insurance changes and persistent materials price inflation, according to a report from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
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