CITB and DWP agreement to support career opportunities in construction industry

A new agreement signed by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and the Department for Work and Pensions will enable thousands of people to benefit from on-the-job training and career opportunities in the construction sector. Roles ranging from project managers to bricklayers will be made available to jobseekers thanks to the agreement, which will mean […]

CITB publishes Construction Workforce Outlook 2025-29

New forecast highlights the skills needed to meet future industry demand The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has today launched its Construction Workforce Outlook 2025–29, a refreshed and forward-looking report that sets out the workforce needs of the UK construction sector over the next five years. Previously named the Construction Skills Network report, the Workforce […]

Tim Balcon, CEO of the CITB, makes a statement in response to the Spending Review.

Tim Balcon, CEO, Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), commenting on the announcements made in the Spending Review: “We support the Government’s commitment to getting Britain building again. Over £110bn announced for infrastructure projects like Sizewell C, a fresh £39bn affordable homes funding settlement, and £13bn for upgrading millions of homes with improved insultation all translates […]