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Past criminal convictions shouldn’t rule out employment
Construction industry can consider those with a criminal record to fill staffing gaps.
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CIOB reacts to UK General Election announcement
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has given its reaction to the announcement that there will be a UK General Election on July 4 2024
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Understanding Risk
Beth Revell highlights the pitfalls of unfair risk allocation in construction contracts, stressing the need for equitable distribution to ensure value-for-money outcomes.
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CIOB Client of the Year 2024: Ministry of Justice (MoJ)
Clients are a critical component of any project, and clients that promote the production of buildings that have an impact on the wider environment and society are celebrated with the CIOB Client Award.
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Spotting the signs of modern slavery
The construction sector accounts for about 16% of cases of forced labour worldwide.
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How is construction management changing?
Iain Thomas FCIOB reflects on the changes within the sector over the past 27 years.
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The Nature of Building: Biodiversity & the Built Environment
The CIOB is partnering with Content With Purpose to produce an extensive digital series exploring the intricate relationship between construction and nature.
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Retrofit experts highlight critical actions Scottish Government must take to reach net-zero targets
A team of 14 industry-leading organisations have joined forces to encourage Scottish Government to take urgent action to strategically tackle the country’s draughty homes challenge.
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Construction must take water scarcity seriously
Highlighting the role of the built environment industry in protecting our precious water resources.
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What the 2024 mayoral elections mean for the built environment
On Thursday 2nd May, elections took place across England, seeing the appointment of over 2,600 councillors and ten Metro Mayors across the country.
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FCIOB opens international doors
Looking to expand his opportunities internationally, Phil van der Walt recently gained his FCIOB membership through the direct to Fellow route.
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Getting the basics right when planning home improvements
CIOB Survey highlights best practice for homeowners.