Emily Pope FCIOB: Project Director
Undergraduate degree in languages. What qualification did you do?I graduated from the University of Leeds with an undergraduate degree in languages (BA Hons, French) in 2001. I later completed a…
Peggy Havor: Fleet and Asset Manager
Management and Business degree What qualification did you do?I completed a degree in Management and Business Entrepreneurship at the University of Northampton, where I developed a strong foundation in business…
Shelly Temple MCIOB: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Photography BA (Hons) 2001-2004 What qualification did you do?Photography BA (Hons) 2001-2004Construction MSc - Construction Conversions Master Course which was RICS accredited - 2006-2008 MCIOB – achieved CIOB chartership in Jan…
Recognising quality with the Academy Recognised Courses scheme
Providing a trusted benchmark. In a marketplace saturated with construction training of varying quality, it can be difficult for learners and employers to identify courses that are of high quality…
What are Digital Twins in construction?
Understanding the construction industry’s terminology. For newcomers to construction, the terminology and acronyms used across the sector can be confusing. One term used regularly is “digital twins”, but what does…
On site and tailored: the training model construction needs now
As employers face growing pressure to upskill staff, improve productivity and attract new talent into the industry, Kate Burns says the sector’s training infrastructure needs to keep pace. Training works…
HSE holds asbestos limit level following review
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has reviewed the latest international scientific, technical and workplace evidence on the asbestos control limit. The review followed HSE’s published workplace exposure level-setting process.…
Post Welsh election: what next for construction?
How the new political landscape could shape the built environment. On 7th May, 2026, Wales went to the polls for the Welsh Parliament election. Polling throughout the election period suggested…
Combating rising stress in construction
Ensuring mental health is on par with regular on-site safety. Construction has made significant strides in improving physical safety over the past few decades. Yet when it comes to mental…
Beyond the Two-Party System?
What the 2026 elections reveal about Westminster and the built environment The May 7th elections across England, Scotland and Wales may ultimately be remembered as one of the clearest signs…