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Building a modern business – and one to last

Getting the work/life balance right is important for the construction sector, says Sir Robert McAlpine's Lynda Thwaite.

2 months 2 weeks ago
Social value in procurement works – now is not the time to roll back

Despite the rumours, the government should not roll back on its commitment to social value in procurement.

5 months 5 days ago
Investment in construction’s skills will be key to unlocking net zero

Taking the energy network into a low-carbon future will bring many opportunities for the industry.

5 months 6 days ago
Construction will have major role to play in delivering ambitious energy plans

A credible plan is needed to ensure that infrastructure delivery matches the pace required to achieve energy goals.

5 months 3 weeks ago
Public control of buses gives cities a chance to reverse one billion lost journeys

Can Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham deliver a "London-style" public transport system?

6 months 3 days ago
Global events demonstrate yet again the importance of strategic risk management

War in Ukraine highlights once more the key importance of risk management for businesses.

6 months 1 week ago
Net zero and levelling up missing as inflation takes centre stage

The industry would like to have seen more from the chancellor to support the pathway to net zero.

6 months 1 week ago
New energy security strategy provides opportunity to fast-track net zero

Accelerating the UK’s energy resilience means adopting a whole system approach.

6 months 2 weeks ago
Starting a conversation on sleep

A wake-up call for businesses ahead of World Sleep Day on Friday 18 March.

6 months 2 weeks ago
Breaking construction’s bias to attract more women

Some first-hand reflections on how construction has changed and needs to change to attract more women.

6 months 2 weeks ago