Skills Shortage - Bridging the Gap
Every year thousands of young people try to gain employment in construction industry, the majority end up being employed through employment agencies where there are no training opportunities. If a contractor wishes to take on and train a worker direct, the agency will charge up to 20% of the worker’s wage as a finder’s fee. We are told that there is a huge skills gap in the construction industry, so what’s the answer? Stop using agency labour where a trainee could be given employment would be a start!
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The State of London Debate
Wednesday 25 June at Central Hall Westminster
On 1 May 2008, London elected Boris Johnson as Mayor of London. This year’s debate, the first with the new Mayor, will focus on one of the most important issues facing the capital – how to increase opportunities for young Londoners and help young people share in the city’s success.
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Sustainability under Construction
The construction industry is responsible for about 50% of the UK’s carbon footprint, and the UK produces enough rubbish to fill Trafalgar Square every day.
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