In this episode, we sit down with Mike Reader MP for Northampton South - a former civil engineer turned Construction Champion for the UK Government - to explore the future of UK construction, infrastructure, and housing policy. With nearly 20 years in the industry at firms like Mace and Pick Everard, Mike brings real-world insight into the challenges and opportunities shaping the built environment today.
We talk about:
- UK government housebuilding targets and why they’re so hard to hit
- How SMEs and builders can stay resilient amid regulations and market shifts
- The debate on mandatory builder licensing and raising construction standards
- Mike’s priorities as Chair of the APPG on Infrastructure
- Why skills, training, and apprenticeships are vital for the next generation
If you’re passionate about UK housing policy, infrastructure investment, construction careers, or the future of building standards, this is a must-watch!
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Build Up from the Basement
Our spin-off podcast series Build Up from the Basement explores the policies and trends shaping the future for small to medium sized (SME) building businesses.
