New forecast highlights the skills needed to meet future industry demand. Yesterday, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) launched its Construction Workforce Outlook 2025–29, a refreshed and forward-looking report that sets out the workforce needs of the UK construction sector over the next five years. Previously named the Construction Skills Network report, the Workforce Outlook […]
Jewson has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for the On The Tools Awards 2025, renewing its commitment to recognising and championing the UK’s skilled tradespeople. The event, hosted later this year in Birmingham, is set to honour outstanding contributions across a range of professions that keep the country running. As headline sponsor, Jewson also […]
Bagnalls has had a passion for painting since 1875 and now the national decorating contractors are changing the game for female decorators when it comes to workwear. During development of its new range of inclusive PPE – specifically created in a variety of sizes and fits to cater to both men and women – Bagnalls […]
The latest TradeBrain monthly insight report, titled “Silence is Deadly: Therapy & Construction”, lays bare the continuing mental health crisis in the trades. Drawing from survey responses across On The Tools’ 8-million-strong online community, the data shows that therapy remains out of reach for many, with only 3 in 10 tradespeople admitting to ever having […]