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Fixing the UK’s broken fire safety system
The UK government must up its game on cladding and insulation policy. We need laws, not guidelines.
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Encouraging STEM skills in Scotland
Tata Consultancy Services knows the importance of showing Scottish students that they too can be “Digital Explorers”.
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Volunteering is social integration’s silver bullet
When it comes to fostering integration in London, volunteering works wonders. Luckily, the Mayor understands this.
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The potential of Build to Rent in a housing crisis
Overcoming London’s housing shortage demands greater pragmatism, honesty and creativity from all sides.
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Land reform is needed sooner rather than later
While long-term reform to the land market is expected, there are changes that can be made in the meantime which…
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Diversifying a modern workforce
The chief executive of Energy & Utility Skills explains how his organisation is countering outdated impressions of apprenticeships and engaging…
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Genuine career opportunities for everyone
Apprenticeships offer a vital route to social mobility, inclusion and solving the UK’s skills shortage, writes the chief technology officer…
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Finding new solutions to an old problem
The UK’s skills base is lagging behind its competitors and government must take action now, writes the group managing director…
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Why entry-level jobs needn’t stay that way
The head of education at Whitbread explains how apprenticeships can shape the future of the hospitality industry.
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Capturing an entire generation’s imagination
E.ON’s UK HR director and chair of the National Skills Academy for Power says apprenticeships are a crucial component of…
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Apprentices will keep tomorrow’s railways on track
As an industry reliant on apprentices, rail must come together to face the challenges of the future, according to Simon…
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Why bad managers make bad companies
Poor management is the number one cause of UK business failure, warns the Chartered Management Institute’s director of strategy
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Helping Britain Prosper by closing the skills gap
There are many opportunities and advantages that apprenticeships can offer the UK economy.
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Why collaboration is crucial
Government, academia and industry must work together in identifying a long-term skills strategy.
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Why people must always be the priority
The tragedy of Grenfell Tower is a call to action for the entire housebuilding industry.
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Immediate action is needed on fire safety
The government should take a stronger approach to safety and regulation in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.
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Our built environment can unlock the Northern Powerhouse
The built environment is a central consideration for fostering prosperity in the North.
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In a brave new world, it pays to plan ahead
The UK transport sector must embrace the right technologies in order to satisfy changing passenger needs.
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Economics of energy reform
Following the RBS/NatWest SME energy round-table debate earlier in the year, we talk to Caroline Flint, shadow secretary of state…
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Smart parking: less pollution, less congestion
Smart parking can change cities, but only if public and private partners collaborate.
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