How the Construction Sector can Best Support T and V Levels
Skills shortages in construction are not a new problem. For at least ten years, we have been grappling with this issue, and the CITB is…
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LCB Named ‘Construction Apprenticeship College of the Year’
Leeds College of Building (LCB) is celebrating after winning a top industry trophy at the Construction Apprenticeship Awards 2025 in Manchester. The prestigious ‘Construction Apprenticeship College /…
Leeds College of Building to Expand North Street Campus with Major Site Acquisition
Leeds College of Building (LCB) has announced the purchase of a large building adjacent to its North Street Campus — a move that will significantly…
Lillie third in Painting & Decorating Association Apprentice of the Year competition
Coleg Llandrillo student Lillie Saunders received a national award recognising her skill in painting and decorating. Lillie, who studies Level 2 Painting and Decorating at…
Leeds College of Building Competes at ‘The Big Construction Diversity Challenge’
A team of Leeds College of Building (LCB) staff have competed in ‘The Big Construction Diversity Challenge’ for the first time. The annual event, held…
Leeds College of Building Principal Attends Construction Skills Mission Board at Westminster
Senior leaders from across construction and Government Ministers have launched the construction sector skills mission, to ensure the sector has the workforce it needs to…
Fife College Demonstrates Traditional Building Skills at Scottish Parliament Showcase
Fife College recently participated in an interactive showcase event at the Scottish Parliament to celebrate traditional building skills and emphasise the importance of preserving Scotland’s…
Building a Greener Future: Waltham Forest College Ignites Green Careers at Build Tomorrow Summit
Students and industry collaborate for a pioneering youth summit on Sustainable Construction. Waltham Forest College proudly hosted the Build Tomorrow: Construction, Sustainability and Innovators Youth Summit on Wednesday 30th April…
The Crisis in Construction Apprenticeships: What Needs to Change
The UK construction industry is facing a mounting crisis in apprenticeship recruitment and retention, with nearly half of all apprentices not completing their training. This…
Topps Tiles Partners with Colleges to Tackle National Skills Shortage
A new education partnership designed to boost the number of qualified tilers in the UK has been launched by Topps Tiles. The UK’s number one…