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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.
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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.
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The poetry of professionalism
We have teamed up with spoken word artist Lionheartfelt to promote professionalism through poetry
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What is the CBC Scheme?
Since its introduction in 1993, the Chartered Building Company and Consultancy scheme has gone from strength to strength, and now over 440 firms from all over the world are a part of it. The scheme was developed to benefit both companies and consultancies of all sizes in the construction sector.
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CMYA 2019 - shining a light on the best of leadership and talent in our sector
It’s been nearly a week since the Construction Manager of the Year Awards 2019 – a wonderful, celebratory evening which is the highlight of my time with the CIOB so far!
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CMYA 2019: Joseph McNeil named Construction Manager of the Year
Joseph McNeil MCIOB of Sir Robert McAlpine has been awarded Construction Manager of the Year at the CIOB’s annual celebration of construction professionals.
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Brexit and the built environment – helping construction businesses navigate uncertain territory
As I write, the UK is due to leave the European Union on 31 October 2019. But regardless of when we leave, there are practical matters at hand.
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The Art of Building 10 Year Collection
They say if you know someone who has a story to tell, lend them a camera. Which is why the Chartered Institute of Building runs the Art of Building competition. Through it, a host of photographers from around the world have revealed what buildings means to them, and us.
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The VAT Reverse Charge - what is it and when is it coming into force?
Several industry groups have reported that companies are unprepared for the new change to VAT rules that were due to come into effect in October 2019. We now know the change will be delayed for 12 months and will start on 1 October 2020. So we're taking this opportunity to explain what it is and how to prepare.
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CIOB responds to today’s construction output figures
The CIOB has commented on the latest GDP figures for July 2019, produced by the Office for National Statistics.
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New Code of Quality Management from the CIOB
The CIOB has published its Code of Quality Management, following nearly two years of work by the CIOB’s Construction Quality Commission.
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The Construction Quality Commission - why we still have quality on the agenda
Anyone with just a passing interest in our activities will be aware that one of our areas of focus is quality in construction. Members who may be reading this will likely have been involved in our quality agenda work in some shape or form and I want to highlight the excellent work done so far.
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