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Support for someone who might be suffering.

In 2018, the Office for National Statistics reported that rates of suicide amongst construction workers was 3.7 times above the national average.

Election 2019 - what the CIOB wants to see from the next government

It’s official – there will be a general election in December 2019. Support for the construction industry and those who work to shape our built environment is unarguably a key topic.

What are Training Partnerships?

Training Partnerships are the easiest and most effective way of implementing a company-wide training strategy and achieving a fully Chartered workforce. By working together, the Training Partnership scheme can open many doors for any built environment organisation.

What is your Art of Building? CIOB opens 2019 digital photography competition

Run by the Chartered Institute of Building entrants can take part from 28 October until 25 November 2019.

CIOB responds to Housing Minister's announcement on funds to support the use of MMC

CIOB responds to the Housing Minister's announcement on funds to support the use of modern methods of construction (MMC).

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The Queen’s Speech and what it might mean for construction

On Monday [14 October] the Queen addressed parliament to outline the government’s policy priorities. This blog looks at some of the key issues faced by the construction sector covered in the speech.

An open letter to business from the Prime Minister

Today the CIOB, along with many other organisations, has received a letter from the Prime Minister announcing a new Brexit deal.

Mates in Mind look at how employers in construction can lead the way on mental health

In 2018, a survey by Mind found that nearly half of those surveyed had experienced a mental health problem in their current job. The same research found that only half of those who had experienced poor mental health had spoken to their employer about it.

Improving the quality and wellbeing of the built environment high on the CIOB’s agenda during party conference season

The CIOB Policy and Public Affairs team attended Labour’s Party conference in Brighton and the Conservative’s Party conference in Manchester to discuss key issues affecting construction and the wider built environment.

Poetry of Professionalism

As part of National Poetry Day on 3 October 2019 the Chartered Institute of Building has produced in partnership with poet, and spoken word artist, Lionheartfelt a poem that explores what professionalism means.

Free online course launched by CIOB on quality in construction

The CIOB Academy is launching a free MOOC - massive open online course - on Quality in Construction.