Construction Industry Council (CIC) News

The publication of the final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry is a long-awaited milestone in the response to the tragic loss of 72 lives in June 2017. It is another difficult and traumatic moment for the bereaved, the survivors, and relatives of the Grenfell Tower victims and CIC recognizes once again all that they have suffered and we extend our sympathy once more to all the victims. report and recommendations Sir Martin Moore Bick has made many recommendations for further action in th...

The Minister for Building Safety and Homelessness has made a statement regarding construction products.  This announced an extension of the recognition of CE marking for construction products in Great Britain. This extension, and the longer-term future of CE/UKCA marking, is conditional on a commitment from the Government to system-wide reform of the construction products regulatory regime.  announcement summary: CE marking will be accepted past 30 June 2025 for construction pro...

The construction industry is undergoing significant change. New technologies, regulatory requirements and working practices are changing the way the industry works. CIC 2050 group The CIC 2050 Group exists to be the voice of those people who will be in the industry in 2050. This means ensuring that the industry is ready to meet its obligations to be resilient to the changes of the climate crisis, but it also means making sure that the industry is inclusive and thriving. As the new Chair of t...

CABE is delighted to announce that Dr. Hywel Davies HonFCIBSE has joined CABE as Head of Technical Insight. Having worked in the construction sector for almost 40 years, Davies is an authority in our industry; his appointment supports CABE’s journey of continuous improvement, focused on ensuring our members are best placed to deliver a safe, sustainable, and inclusive built environment. Dr. Hywel Davies Beginning his career at the Building Research Establishment (BRE), Dr. Hywel Davie...

The Construction Leadership Council has welcomed Minister Sarah Jones MP as she takes up the position of Co-Chair, alongside Mark Reynolds. The Minister appointed as Minister of State for both the Department for Business and Trade and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero will join the Construction Leadership Council Board and will work closely with Mark Reynolds and Richard Robinson to ensure the construction sector is a key part of supporting the government’s mission to kick...

As the nation moves towards stronger responsibility and accountability for fire safety measures, the BAFE Fire Safety Register reiterate their message on the significance of UKAS accredited third-party certification. BAFE’s ‘Don’t just Specify, Verify’ campaign launched in March 2020 identifies the important second, and sometimes overlooked, verification stage when premises management source competent third-party certificated organizations to help comply with their fire...

Cross-sector collaboration is vital in shaping a more dynamic, skilled and adaptable construction and built environment workforce. This was the conclusion reached by experts who attended ‘Collaborative Futures: Competence, Capability & Capacity’, hosted by the University College of Estate Management (UCEM) on Wednesday 17 July 2024 in Central London. Sharing innovative strategies The event, which brought together the Construction Industry Council, Construction Leadership Counc...

CIC has published a set of policy recommendations for the new Government ahead of King’s Speech. The recommendations are contained in a new publication, ‘Building A Safer, Healthier and More Sustainable Future for All’, which outlines some of the actions the new Government can take to empower the country’s economic growth, as well as enhance the nation’s health and wellbeing by ensuring a better-built environment for everyone. well-thought-out plan The Governme...

CIC is pleased to announce the appointment of Mina Hasman as the new Chair of the CIC Climate Change Committee. Mina, who has been serving as the Deputy Chair of the committee, succeeds Stephen Hodder MBE, who has commendably led the committee since its inception. Mina Hasman Mina Hasman, Sustainability Director at Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill (SOM), brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to sustainability and climate action. In her role at SOM, the global architecture and eng...

At a meeting of its Council on 19 June 2024, CIC was pleased to award past chair medals to some of its former chairs. This recognizes their exceptional leadership, unwavering support, and significant contributions to CIC and the broader construction industry. dedication and hard work The dedication and hard work of these distinguished individuals have been instrumental in advancing CIC's mission and vision over the years. Their guidance has strengthened CIC and propelled the construction se...

At a meeting of its Council on 19 June 2024, CIC was pleased to award past chairs medals to some of their former chairs. This recognizes their exceptional leadership, unwavering support, and significant contributions to CIC and the broader construction industry. The dedication and hard work of these distinguished individuals have been instrumental in advancing CIC's mission and vision over the years. Their guidance has strengthened CIC and propelled the construction sector towards a greater fut...

Ahead of the UK general election in July, the Construction Industry Council (CIC) has published a pivotal document sharing its member manifestos from the Built Environment. This one-page document highlights the collective policy asks and priorities of CIC's diverse membership, underscoring the construction sector’s vital role in shaping national policy and driving economic growth. National development and progress CIC members have identified several key areas where the built environmen...

UCEM has published a report titled ‘Joined up leadership for an inclusive built environment’ recommending reforms to help the sector work more cohesively to increase the recruitment, retention, and success of those from an array of diverse backgrounds. INSPIRE event This report captures the outcomes of collaborative discussions held at UCEM's most recent ‘INSPIRE’ event, which was supported by the Construction Leadership Council, Construction Inclusion Coalition, Constr...

Key membership bodies in the built environment sector signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive forward the creation of a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive sector in the Spring of 2022. B.E.Inclusive This collective, which will be referred to as B.E.Inclusive, updated CEOs of the respective institutions on progress made against their agreed action plan, on May 8. B.E.Inclusive brings together six organizations from across the sector B.E.Inclusive brings together six organiza...

Constructionarium, a unique learning provider for students studying, and employees working, across the built environment sector, is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor David Richards to its Board of Directors. David Richards David, a Professor of Ground Engineering at the University of Southampton and Head of the School of Engineering (2018-2023) brings an extensive background in geotechnical engineering, sustainable construction practices, and academic leadership.  His ap...

Richard Harral will be taking the helm as Chief Executive as CABE moves forward with its strategy to support members and professionals to deliver a more competent construction industry. Richard's experience Richard Harral FCABE has been with CABE since 2018. Joining as Technical Director, Richard worked closely with former CEO Dr. Gavin Dunn, playing a major part in the Association’s transformation, which saw CABE widen its membership base and become an Engineering Council-licensed pr...

ZED PODS Limited is one of 252 organizations nationally to be recognized with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise. Announced on Monday 6 May, ZED PODS Limited has been recognized for its excellence in the Sustainable Development award category for pushing the boundaries of sustainability in design, location, land use, and social inclusion for the UK public sector. A total of 257 Awards are made with five companies being recognised with two Awards. sustainable development ZED PODS...

The Building Safety Act 2023 requires that some 12,500 higher-risk buildings (HRBs) are to be assessed over 2024 to 2029 to inform a safety case about how fire and structural safety risks are managed. With an additional 2,000 HRBs being constructed each year, this five-year process makes for a considerable workload. To help building assessors with this significant assignment, the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has published new guidance Assessing higher-risk buildings under the...

Developed by a cross-industry working group convened by the Future Homes Hub, the report proposes an ambitious but deliverable roadmap for industry towards building highly water efficient new homes. It also sets out recommendations to overcome potential barriers and calls on the Government to provide long-term clarity on the proposed increases in water efficiency required under Building Regulations in 2025, 2030 and 2035. Sustainable homes and communities Water efficiency is a key part of the...

CIC is issuing clarification on Designers and Principal Designers presenting evidence of competence to assist with the demonstration of designer and principal designer competence and to allow for construction site access. Part 2A of the Building Regulations (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023 introduces requirements for any person who is proposing to appoint another person to carry out building or design work to take all reasonable steps to satisfy themselves that the person being appointed...

Preparing industry for the Building Safety Act, improving productivity, reducing carbon emissions and supporting biodiversity will be the priorities for the Construction Leadership Council in 2024. The Bi-annual Report of the Council also highlights key outcomes delivered by the Council last year, including: New competence frameworks for roles required under the Building Safety Act; The launch of a strategy to eliminate the use of diesel by much of the sector; Consulted on a biodiversity r...

The new appointees bring a wealth of experience and expertise that will strengthen the School's mission of enabling a sustainable built environment through knowledge and collaboration. Aled Williams Aled Williams, currently Executive Director of Innovation & Partnerships at the University College of Estate Management, brings three decades of experience working in Higher Education, having held previous roles at Salford University, LJMU, and the Higher Education Academy.  With substa...

Following development that commenced in 2015, a new level 3 Apprenticeship standard for Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technicians was launched in 2018, as a part of the government's Trailblazer program. The Level 3 Apprenticeship Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician is approximately a 4-year program, including a mandatory fuel or renewables pathway and End-Point Assessment. low-carbon economy This program has had some time to establish itself and run through to a conclusion. As the ap...

‘Landscape and Carbon’ is a vital new report on carbon reduction in the UK landscape sector by the Landscape Institute (LI) and the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI). A direct response to the UK’s target to reach net zero by 2050, the report sets out the climate action the sector is taking, and how landscape can provide solutions for reducing and sequestering carbon in development. The report is a call to action for the landscape sector, and wider industry, to...

CABE is proud to announce that the Fire Safety Practitioner Certificate Course – one of the association’s fire safety training opportunities – is an IFE Recognized Training Course. Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) As the professional membership body for the fire sector, The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) is acutely focused on improving competency, sharing knowledge, and boosting expertise across fire safety.  Its discerning recognition service only accredits s...

At a meeting of their Council on 29 February 2024, Members of the Construction Industry Council (CIC) appointed Ian Brant as their new Deputy Chair commencing with immediate effect. Ian is anticipated to assume the role of Chair, subject to Council approval after Dr. Wei Yang, the current Chair, steps down from her two-year term during CIC's June 2025 Council meeting. Construction dispute avoidance Wei will then take up the position of Immediate Past Chair for a final year, adhering to CIC's...

The cultural change required by built environment ‘professional services’ firms is akin to that now required to drive and adopt a more agile, data-driven and somewhat disruptive business model. The convergence between traditional and new business models in a post-pandemic new normal, is calling for bolder leadership and much less risk aversion to any ‘known unknowns’. Industry change-agents As Chair of the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee at the Construction...

CIC has appointed three new Non-Executive Directors to its Board who bring with them specialisms in governance, finance, and communication. Their appointment will complement the current Board with Emma Clayton bringing expertise in communications, Kevin Corbett in governance, and Les Copeland in finance. Emma, Kevin, and Les Emma Clayton is an award-winning marketing, communication, and leadership consultant with over 26 years of experience across pharmaceutical, finance, and professional s...

UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Construction Industry Council (CIC), Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), UK Architects Declare, RIBA, RICS, Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE), and Part Z and have joined forces to send a consistent message to UK political party leaders about the urgent need for regulation of embodied carbon e...

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has published an update to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). The NPPF was revised on 19 December 2023 in response to the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill: reforms to national planning policy consultation and sets out the government’s planning policies for England and how these are expected to be applied. Developer contributions system CIC responded to the original NPPF consultation last year to express conce...