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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.

Bryn Wilde Elected for APS President 2027

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Bryn Wilde has been elected as the APS President for 2027.

Grenfell Tower Fire Inquiry Phase 2 Report

APS President Mark Snelling provides a statement

APS Statement: Dagenham Fire

APS is relieved to hear that there were no fatalities in the recent fire in Dagenham.

APS General Election 2024

Although our ‘key asks’ are neither especially new or innovative, the fact they remain our primary messages for the 650 new Westminster parliamentarians to be elected on 4 July signals just how important each is. Quite literally, they are essential life savers, and we look forward to working with MPs – and peers – after 4 July to ensure our key messages continue to get delivered.
  • Jun 20, 2024
  • Posted by Konstantina
  • National

Building Safety Alliance releases crucial guidance documents

Building Safety Alliance releases crucial guidance documents to elevate competence standards in residential occupied sector The Building Safety Alliance, a collaborative effort uniting leading industry figures, associations, and bodies, has announced the publication of two pivotal documents aimed at bolstering competence standards and fostering the recruitment of qualified professionals within the residential occupied sector.
  • May 22, 2024
  • Posted by Konstantina
  • National

Higher Risk Buildings in Scotland Compliance Plan Early Adopters Scheme

Higher Risk Buildings in Scotland - Compliance Plan Early Adopters Scheme

CIC responds to the Future Homes and Buildings Standards consultations

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) has responded to the Future Homes and Buildings Standards consultations, calling on government to accelerate the futureproofing and decarbonisation of our homes.
  • Apr 04, 2024
  • Posted by Konstantina
  • National

Baltimore Bridge APS statement

The Association for Project Safety (APS) is shocked and concerned by the bridge collapse in Baltimore.
  • Mar 26, 2024
  • Posted by Konstantina
  • National

Mark Snelling becomes President of the Association for Project Safety

Mark Snelling has been appointed as the new president of the Association for Project Safety [APS].

Response to the Shadow Chancellor's speech at the Labour Party Conference

Planning reforms aimed at speeding up the building of crucial infrastructure to revive the UK's "sluggish" economy.