This latest lockdown has a significant difference from the first lockdown in that Scottish Construction has been explicitly told to continue at this time including essential work within people’s homes. The CICV Forum (www.cicv.co.uk) continues to liaise with Construction Scotland and the Scottish Government through the Construction Leadership Forum regarding Covid 19 restrictions.  At a recentREAD MORE

At the start of the Covid 19 pandemic,  Construction Leadership Council (CLC) produced Site Operating Procedures (SOP). This set of guidelines allowed for safe working on site in light of the threat posed to us all by Covid-19.  The challenge faced right now in the depths of Winter and with the new variant of Covid-19READ MORE

We do hope you managed to take a break over Christmas as it is already shaping up to be another tough year.  There are now lockdowns in place across all four nations of the UK; however, construction activities can continue and we have provided more information below.  The TICA ACAD team is back and readyREAD MORE

Build UK has worked with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) to publish a detailed report on the supply of construction materials after the end of the Brexit transition period. The report, which will be regularly updated, identifies which materials may be in short supply or have longer lead times.

To help employers understand and respond to the latest Government announcements about extending the CJRS, we are running a free webinar on Thursday 19th November. Please see below for details: Itinerary: 9.30 – 10.15Introduction: 9.30 – 9.40Presentation: 9.40 – 10.00Online Q&A: 10 -10.15 Click here to sign up directly by Zoom.