Brexit, a major reorganisation of the apprenticeship regime, training issues, a poor image and the ageing UK population have all combined to exacerbate skills shortages across the construction industry. Jim Simpson examines the extent of the challenges.

Flexible working can free up time for additional training, including online learning.Jim Simpson reports.

The industry’s new training framework is proving to be controversial...

Tool hire chain Speedy has acquired training provider Geason Holdings from Ian and Robert Kilpatrick and connected family trust companies.

Recruitment firm Randstad reports that it is finding jobs for more women in construction but fewer men.