News

The Industrial Strategy – the latest government strategy announcement impacting the built environment–long anticipated Industrial Strategy

On the back of the Comprehensive Spending Review and the 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy publication, Government published its Industrial Strategy- it’s overarching plan for Growth on 23rd June.

UK Government Releases 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy

Published on 19 June 2025 as part of Labour’s Plan for Change, the 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy forms a key pillar of the government’s growth agenda. Its aim is to raise living standards across the UK by creating and connecting people to good jobs, supporting new housing and vibrant communities, improving access to vital public services, and building resilience in response to a changing world.

APS Responds to Government Spending Review

APS welcomes the government’s Spending Review commitments to infrastructure, housing, and green energy, but raises concerns about reduced departmental budgets and the urgent need for a clear delivery strategy - particularly to address the construction sector’s skills crisis and workforce capacity.

APS Appoints Sofie Hooper as Deputy CEO

The Association for Project Safety (APS) has appointed Sofie Hooper as Deputy CEO. She joins APS from her role as Head of Policy and Research at the 11,500-strong global membership body the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM).

Global Safety & Health Construction Coordinators Unite at APS/ISHCCO Edinburgh Congress

The Association for Project Safety (APS) and the International Safety and Health Construction Coordinators Organization (ISHCCO) recently hosted a landmark international congress in Edinburgh, bringing together construction safety experts from across Europe.

International Women’s Day: 8th March 2025: A Spotlight on Helena Knight

Today, our spotlight is on Helena Knight, an APS Director. Helena is a highly experienced construction industry director with over 20 years of expertise in CDM consultancy.

International Women’s Day: 8th March 2025: A Spotlight on Fran Watkins-White

As women day approaches, we are celebrating women in the industry and those who are a part of APS. Read our spotlight blog on Fran Watkins-White, a CMaPS member and APS Regional Representative.

International Women’s Day: 8th March 2025: A Spotlight on Nicola Knowles

The industry has long been considered a male-dominated field, but over the years, women have been making incredible strides and shaping the future of the built environment. Read our spotlight blog on Nicola Knowles, an APS CMaPS Member.

Building Safety Alliance: Formation into Charity

Celebrating the Building Safety Alliance’s new charity status The Trustees of The Building Safety Alliance are pleased to announce that the Alliance has been accepted as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO).

International Congress

The Association is delighted to announce a Congress delivered in collaboration with the **International Safety and Health Construction Coordinators Organization** (ISHCCO). Our partnership aims to strengthen ties with ISHCCO and explore opportunities to share good practice on construction health and safety risk management and building safety with coordinators in the UK and mainland European businesses.