The benefits of a mandatory licensing scheme
Remove incompetent and rogue traders
A licensing scheme would allow the industry to enforce a basic level of competence at entry level.
Offer a much higher level of consumer protection
Research shows that one in three homeowners have been put off doing major home improvement work for fear of hiring a cowboy builder.
Increase construction output to boost the wider economy
Licensing would increase confidence in the industry and lead to more work being commissioned.
Drive up quality, professionalism and productivity
Gaining and renewing the licence would provide a means of enabling a Continued Personal Development scheme.
Improve health and safety compliance
Basic health and safety testing could be included an entry criterion for a licence.
Improve the image of the industry
Increasing quality and professionalism would help attract more new entrants and ease the skills crisis.
