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Construction Scotland Apprenticeship Task Force - Apprenticeship Survey Findings

A survey, conducted in collaboration with the Scottish Construction Modern Apprenticeship Task Force, sought to understand the views of 600 employers on their immediate and longer term plans for Moder...

Behaviours, cultures and performance in the construction industry

The construction industry needs to be more productive to be more competitive. One way in which this can be achieved is by changing the behaviours and cultures inherent in the industry, encouraging pos...

The impact of modern methods of construction on the skills requirements for housing

As the Government looks to deliver on its Housing Ambition, this report considers what effect an increased uptake of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in home building could have on the workforce r...

Skills and training in the construction industry 2018

CITB commissioned a skills and training survey in 2018 to determine skill needs and training practices for the construction industry, for both self-employed individuals and employers across the UK.

Post-16 routes into construction

CSN figures show construction opportunities abound. However, routes into construction require improvement; employers and colleges need to collaborate on course content and training needs.

Work readiness

While employers place great importance on work experience, they are less likely to offer it because of a lack of time, resources or suitable roles.

Young people not in education, training or work

Building 'social capital' - improving young people’s employability skills and motivation - is key to increasing construction opportunities for under-represented young people.

CBE: Skills transferability in the UK

A CITB report and supplementary green paper to understand the potential of skills transferability into, and within the UK construction sector.

Changing perceptions: the growing appeal of a career in construction

This report outlines the findings of a CITB survey to understand perceptions of construction careers among young people, parents and career advice professionals.

Achievers and leavers: barriers and opportunities for people entering the construction industry

This report brings together three related pieces of research to give an insight into the barriers and opportunities workers may face when entering the industry.