In the realm of construction, women compromise just 15% of the workforce out of a total of 2.2 million individuals in the UK alone. While strides towards equality are being made, the industry remains predominantly male dominated, presenting on-going challenges for women. Issues such as lack of recognition, inadequate resources, and PPE, are highlighting the disparity between perception and reality in terms of fairness and equality.
Nevertheless, women across the UK are breaking through longstanding barriers within the construction sector, demonstrating their capability to lead and excel in this field. Let’s hear about Katie’s story.
However, to further encourage female participation in construction, several strategies are imperative:
-Ensuring equitable treatment in terms of wages, job opportunities and access to resources is crucial.
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