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Introducing the Value Toolkit – changing the way construction measures value
The Construction Innovation Hub is celebrating the completion of the Value Toolkit, following a successful development programme with over 200 industry partners. The announcements include the launch of a new BSI flex standard to underpin value-based decisions making...
Managing price inflation
With the industry facing inflationary pressures not seen in the UK for 40 years, cost escalation is a key issue for members across the supply chain. Last week, the Bank of England raised interest rates for the fourth time this year to 1.25% and reported that...
CIC launches new e-learning Health and Safety course
Reminder on accepting digital SICCS cards CSCS is reminding industry of the need to be prepared for digital cards at site gates, which should always be accepted so long as they bear the CSCS logo. This follows reports that holders of SICCS cards have been turned away...
Government to make it simpler for businesses to apply new product safety markings
The Government has made an announcement regarding the transition to the UK marking ahead of the ending of recognition of CE marking on the 31 December 2022. You can find that announcement here. The change will allow manufacturers with existing type tests from EU...
Professional indemnity insurance restrictions continue to harm industry
No easing of professional indemnity insurance restrictions, finds second CLC survey. Limited availability of professional indemnity insurance (PII) and costly premiums are continuing to harm construction businesses and limiting the ability of firms to work on building...
266,000 workers required to meet projected UK construction demand by 2026
The Construction Skills Network has published it forecasts and analysis for 2022-26, which provides market intelligence and insights for the industry. The data highlights trends and shows how the industry will change year on year, allowing governments and businesses...
CITB Levy Returns to be submitted by 30 June
The deadline for employers registered with CITB to submit their completed 2022 Levy Return is Thursday 30 June 2022. Failure to submit it by this date will result in grant claims being withheld until it is received, and any employers who do not submit a completed Levy...
Zero emission HGVs
In line with plans to ensure all new HGVs are zero emission by 2040 at the latest, the Government has published a call for evidence on a potential limited range of exemptions for vehicles weighing 26 tonnes or under. The deadline for submitting views on the proposals...
Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill
The Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill is continuing its passage through Parliament and had its second reading in the House of Commons last week. The Bill will introduce major reforms to the planning system, including a new ‘Infrastructure Levy’ to be charged to...