Skills England proves Labour is serious about its development and growth ambitions

By Tina Paillet 2024-08-27T06:00:00

Tina Paillet 003 Photo credit - Michael Leckie

Keir Starmer’s government has got off to a good start but we need a revolution in the way we attract talent to the industry, says RICS president Tina Paillet

Changes to the planning system, a revamped housing department and a concerted effort to tackle nimbyism: Labour has had a busy first few weeks in office as it bids to speed up the delivery of much needed housing and infrastructure.

But, without a skills base – surveyors, bricklayers, plumbers, electricians, engineers etc – the government will struggle to meet its 1.5 million-home target and deliver our country’s £800bn infrastructure pipeline. We therefore need a revolution in how we attract talent to the industry and ensure that construction remains a desirable career path in a digital-first world.

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