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Two Build Academy students showcased their skills in the SEND category at SkillBuild National Final 2025. Learn how the academy trains site-ready apprentices and how builders can support them with placements.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed measures in today’s Autumn Budget, including pulling back on the landfill tax, £48 million to boost planning capacity, and free apprenticeship training for under-25s in SMEs

We are calling on the nex​​t Scottish Government to work with the UK Government to plan and implement a licensing scheme for building companies operating in the repair, maintenance and improvement sector

Milwaukee backs the FMB’s Build Academy with a full range of tools, helping young learners train for real-world construction careers.

We set out our 2026 manifesto for Scotland, showing how builders can help tackle the housing crisis, improve energy efficiency, raise standards and support local growth.

CITB and Chesterfield College Group are helping meet the homebuilding skills gap with free Brickwork and Groundworks training opportunities.

We’re tackling the skills gap with Build Academy. Learn how London builders can support the next generation through work placements and mentoring.

Have your say on the future of apprentices and the challenges as employers in investing to help them in NI.

On FMB’s podcast, Mike MP set out plans to tackle construction’s big challenges, back housebuilding targets & support licensing the industry.

Talking tech tips to help your business with health & safety, client management and processes with Nik Nelberg

The UK construction sector is regaining momentum in 2025, with workloads rising and firms taking on more staff. Yet, despite this positive shift, persistent shortages of skilled workers and increasing costs mean that many homeowners could still face delays, higher prices, or even cancelled projects when it comes to building and renovation work

UK construction is gaining momentum in 2025, but FMB & CIOB warn homeowners could still see higher costs, delays & cancelled projects.

Our latest survey, refreshed for 2025, reveals strong growth in workloads, enquiries and employment — tempered by ongoing recruitment difficulties and cost concerns.

In a wide-ranging interview on the Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) "Build Up from the Basement" podcast, The Rt Hon Sir John Hayes OBE MP has called for urgent action to address the construction industry's skills crisis.

A new survey by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has found that only 47% of UK adults would encourage their child to pursue a career as a builder, compared to 53% who would not. This is despite FMB member firms averaging an annual turnover of over £1 million, highlighting the huge earning potential that a career in construction can unlock. 

Your Scotland Director on a recent visit to members in Ayrshire and his work on promoting licensing and lobbying for members

Do you work across Torquay, Paignton and Brixham? Read on to learn more about Build Torbay and the FMB’s new partnership with them.

Looking to take on an apprentice in west Wales? Reduce the cost and the risk through the Cyfle Shared Apprenticeship Scheme.

Two Build Academy students showcased their skills in the SEND category at SkillBuild National Final 2025. Learn how the academy trains site-ready apprentices and how builders can support them with placements.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed measures in today’s Autumn Budget, including pulling back on the landfill tax, £48 million to boost planning capacity, and free apprenticeship training for under-25s in SMEs

We are calling on the nex​​t Scottish Government to work with the UK Government to plan and implement a licensing scheme for building companies operating in the repair, maintenance and improvement sector

Milwaukee backs the FMB’s Build Academy with a full range of tools, helping young learners train for real-world construction careers.

We set out our 2026 manifesto for Scotland, showing how builders can help tackle the housing crisis, improve energy efficiency, raise standards and support local growth.

CITB and Chesterfield College Group are helping meet the homebuilding skills gap with free Brickwork and Groundworks training opportunities.

We’re tackling the skills gap with Build Academy. Learn how London builders can support the next generation through work placements and mentoring.

Have your say on the future of apprentices and the challenges as employers in investing to help them in NI.

On FMB’s podcast, Mike MP set out plans to tackle construction’s big challenges, back housebuilding targets & support licensing the industry.

Talking tech tips to help your business with health & safety, client management and processes with Nik Nelberg

The UK construction sector is regaining momentum in 2025, with workloads rising and firms taking on more staff. Yet, despite this positive shift, persistent shortages of skilled workers and increasing costs mean that many homeowners could still face delays, higher prices, or even cancelled projects when it comes to building and renovation work

UK construction is gaining momentum in 2025, but FMB & CIOB warn homeowners could still see higher costs, delays & cancelled projects.

Our latest survey, refreshed for 2025, reveals strong growth in workloads, enquiries and employment — tempered by ongoing recruitment difficulties and cost concerns.

In a wide-ranging interview on the Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) "Build Up from the Basement" podcast, The Rt Hon Sir John Hayes OBE MP has called for urgent action to address the construction industry's skills crisis.

A new survey by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has found that only 47% of UK adults would encourage their child to pursue a career as a builder, compared to 53% who would not. This is despite FMB member firms averaging an annual turnover of over £1 million, highlighting the huge earning potential that a career in construction can unlock. 

Your Scotland Director on a recent visit to members in Ayrshire and his work on promoting licensing and lobbying for members

Do you work across Torquay, Paignton and Brixham? Read on to learn more about Build Torbay and the FMB’s new partnership with them.

Looking to take on an apprentice in west Wales? Reduce the cost and the risk through the Cyfle Shared Apprenticeship Scheme.