Skilled worker salary threshold increase likely to have negative economic impact,...
The government’s attempts to lower immigration is taking precedence over economic need, says Fragomen, with construction businesses having to pay overseas talent 50% more than the current salary threshold from tomorrow.
Genesis Homes promotes ‘newcomer’ to key role of project manager
Genesis Homes has promoted a trainee to the role of project manager after joining the company less than two years ago.
Okarno appoints new customer experience and solutions manager
Distributor of UK construction brands Okarno has welcomed a new customer experience and solutions manager.
Holcim acquires Flachdach Technologie
Holcim has acquired German-based roofing membrane manufacturer Flachdach Technologie.
Director jailed for failing to protect workers from asbestos exposure
A company director has been jailed for eight months after failing to protect workers from exposure to asbestos at a student development project in Winchester.
PermaGroup launches sustainable reuse initiative
Building products specialist PermaGroup has launched a key sustainability initiative to divert cardboard tubes from landfill via a reuse scheme.
On The Tools announces initiative to address construction skills gap
On The Tools announces its Construction Skills Shortage Week initiative aimed at addressing the critical shortage of tradespeople in the UK construction industry.
Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity appoints new CEO
The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has appointed a new CEO, replacing Bill Hill, who will retire on 31 March after more than a decade of service.
Cure It builds bikes for homeless charity
Cure It has teamed up with charity team building company o3e to build and donate bicycles for a housing and homeless charity.
CLC sets out ambitious delivery plan for 2024
The CLC has published its Bi-Annual Report of the Council which covers its priorities for 2024 such as preparing the industry for the Building Safety Act, improving productivity, reducing carbon emissions and supporting biodiversity.