The Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) has urged the new Labour government to tackle the growing skills shortage in the construction industry to speed up critical housing and infrastructure projects.

The growing skills gap in the construction sector is increasingly detrimental, with a recent Construction Skills Network report highlighting significant recruitment and training challenges. The industry is projected to need

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s plan to revitalise Britain through extensive building projects is at risk due to a significant shortage of skilled workers in key industries. The UK needs about

Hercules Site Services, a labour supply firm based in Gloucestershire, has expanded its presence in the UK by opening a new office near Ipswich. This move was driven by the

In May, the UK economy experienced faster growth than anticipated, with a notable boost from retailers and the construction industry. The economy expanded by 0.4%, a recovery from the stagnation

The UK construction industry is experiencing a significant skills shortage. This issue is driven by the country’s failure to train sufficient skilled workers and the lack of adequate imports of

On Thursday, 13th June, Hercules Site Services hosted their inaugural Women in Construction Event. They invited women to their academy to explore various roles within the construction industry. Attendees had

Hundreds of thousands of householders in the UK have been waiting over a year to find builders to work on their homes due to a severe shortage of skilled construction

With the 2024 election fast approaching, the major political parties have released their manifestos, each presenting distinct visions for the future of UK construction and infrastructure. After 14 years under

A recent report by Turner & Townsend reveals that the UK is grappling with a severe shortage of skilled green collar construction workers, causing salaries in high-demand trades to soar