Fraudsters jailed after £22m construction tax scam

​​Seven construction scammers been sentenced for their key role in a £22m fraud against the taxpayer.The defendants were involved in setting up bogus payroll companies which pocketed VAT and Constr...

National Living Wage Increase 2025: What It Means for the Construction Industry

​The announcement of the National Living Wage (NLW) increase in 2025 is creating a ripple effect across various sectors, and the construction industry is no exception. This rise, part of the gove...

Building the Future: Greater Manchester's 6.5 Million Sq. Ft Mega-Cluster

​Greater Manchester is set to solidify its position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and logistics with an ambitious construction plan to create a 6.5 million square foot mega-cluster. This vi...

The End of the Road for the CSCS Black Card: What Managers Need to Know

​in the construction industry, the CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card has long been the standard for proving the competency of workers on-site. However, for site managers, the i...

Navigating the Talent Shortage in the UK Construction Industry: A Recruitment Perspective

​The UK construction industry is the backbone of national development, driving economic growth and shaping the country's infrastructure. Yet, like many industries, it faces a significant challeng...

The Benefits of Hiring Through the Christmas Period in the Construction Industry

​The construction industry is often perceived to slow down over the festive season, but for businesses with upcoming deadlines, projects in progress, or preparation for the new year, hiring throu...

The Construction Sector in the UK: What to Expect Heading into January 2025

​As we approach 2025, the UK construction sector is gearing up for a busy start to the year. Despite facing economic challenges over the past couple of years, the industry continues to demonstrat...

Understanding the New CSCS Grandfather Rights Changes: What It Means for Construction Professionals from January 2025

​As a recruitment agency specialising in construction, we recognize that the upcoming CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) changes to “grandfather rights” will significantly impact man...

Unlocking Opportunities: The Government's £60 Million Boost for Infrastructure Projects and What It Means for Construction Recruitment

​In a significant move to fuel economic growth and improve the UK's infrastructure, the government has announced a £60 million injection into new infrastructure projects nationwide. This funding ...

Navigating Recruitment Challenges Amid Delayed Government Budgets in the Construction Sector

​The construction industry is no stranger to uncertainty, but one of the biggest current challenges is the delay in government budget approvals. With key decisions on infrastructure spending bein...

The Impact of ISG collapsing in the recruitment market

​The recent news of ISG’s financial collapse has sent shockwaves through the construction sector, highlighting vulnerabilities and raising concerns about the future of large-scale projects and co...

The Clampdown on Umbrella Mini Companies in Construction: Why Reputable Umbrella Companies Matter

​In recent years, the construction industry has seen increased scrutiny on the use of "umbrella mini companies," often employed as intermediaries between workers and contractors. These mini umbre...