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Tradeswomen for Diversity

Diversity makes a difference. A more diverse workforce means there are a variety of perspectives which leads to better decision-making and an increase in productivity.

Top 100 most influential women in construction

The Top 100 most influential women in construction was launched in 2022 and intended to showcase the influential women that work in the sector, making female and non-binary role models more visible and accessible. Now in its 3rd year, we continue to

International Women’s Day Event POSTPONED

Friday’s #IWD event POSTPONED. After careful consideration & the potential risk to children & their families in relation to the Coronavirus, we have decided to postpone Friday’s event.

Hints and tips

These hints and tips come from real-world experiences of National Skills Academy for Construction (NSAfC) project leaders and co-ordinators.

Tackling the Gender Pay Gap – Progression for Women in…

The 2018 Gender Pay Gap reports for Construction showed that women earn 21.8% less than men on average. Women into Construction will work with Bam Nutall, Bouygues, Ardmore Construction, other Tier 1 construction companies and their supply chains to

Stars of the Future

NCC apprentices from this year’s CPA Stars of the Future Awards discuss what winning means to them and their plans for the future.

Building Growth South West (Pathways into Construction -…

Building Growth South West will develop and deliver strategic promotional and pre-employment training programmes to support learners into a career in construction; bridging the gap and building pathways between third sector and community networks,

Bridge the Gap into Construction (Pathways into…

Abbey Access Training, Construction Skills Solutions, Lindum Construction and a group of Lincolnshire Construction employers propose to join forces offering young people on the NEET register, Unemployed Women and Long Term Unemployed an innovative

From Harrods to Hard Hats

Annie Summun is the Director of Kisiel Group, a London construction firm that works with private clients and developers to deliver high-end projects. With over 35 years’ management experience in different sectors, Annie’s focus is on promoting

NSAfC toolkit

The National Skills Academy for Construction (NSAfC) toolkit is a free online resource full of information, advice and guidance about the NSAfC way of working.

"Why not build something good?"

21-year-old Chanell Fraser-Kellman from northwest London decided early on that she wouldn’t choose the path taken by many of her contemporaries at school – crime, drug-taking, carrying knives – so instead she joined the construction industry.

Ruby urges girls to choose construction

Great British Bake-off star Ruby Bhogal had an empowering message for over 600 Welsh school girls during a unique, nationwide event at the Construction Wales Innovation Centre (CWIC).

CITB highlights 2018

The launch of our bold, industry-backed, three- year Business Plan was one of many highlights during a busy reforming year for CITB.

Hub South West Scotland

The question was how to encourage local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in south-west Scotland to access £500 million of construction investment – and create training and job opportunities in the process. The answer was the client based

East of England

Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in East of England

Construction’s biggest challenge

I’d like to start this blog by thanking everyone who has completed their CITB Levy Return. Let’s be honest, paperwork is not an enticing task. However, it is a vitally important one where the Levy is concerned. So, to all those who have met

“Apprentices are V&C’s future”

Barry Mason is Apprentice and Training Manager for V&C (SW) Limited, a family-run business, specialising in painting & decorating, dry lining & tiling. Barry began his career as a CITB apprentice and has enjoyed a variety of roles since, includ

How one employer is training future female leaders

As today marks International Women’s Day, Dawn Hillier, Head of Standards and Qualifications Strategy at CITB, takes a closer look at the efforts being made to support female progression through CITB’s Leadership and Management Development Fund.

Career Changers (Commission)

This project will develop and deliver a pathway, transferable across the sector, for career changers to enter the construction industry.

Pathways into construction

This commission aims to connect employers with people who don’t traditionally enter construction. It will also benefit those who are not in training or employment and want to enter the sector, but find it hard to do so.

South East

Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the South East

Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 23 June 2020

Today’s email includes news of our new CITB eCourses and the results of recent surveys of employers and training providers – research like this guides our decision-making as to support for industry at this time.

West Midlands

Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the West Midlands

Industry Funding Committee

Find out about the Industry Funding committee who advises our Board on our Industry Funding strategy, policy and investments

KPIs: meeting your targets

Key performance indicators (KPIs) underpin the National Skills Academy for Construction (NSAfC) way of working. The KPIs outline what employment and skills outcomes you have agreed to deliver. These and any other targets you have set should be laid