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Investment v Waste
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Construction Disrupted Episode 118 - Investment v Waste (03.06.26) in partnership with Adobe Acrobat Studio. Check them out and show them some love.
In this episode, we explore innovation and resilience in the UK’s construction and healthcare sectors. From strategic investments shaping the future workforce, to creative solutions for sustainability and patient care, here’s what’s made our podcast headlines this week:
CITB publishes its Business Plan for 2026–27 setting out how Levy payers’ money will be invested
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has unveiled its 2026–27 Business Plan, focusing on transparency and impactful investment of Levy funds. Over £136 million will directly support employers through grants, apprenticeships, and workforce development. The plan prioritizes getting more people into construction, ensuring high-quality training, and upskilling the current workforce. CITB’s approach is shaped by industry feedback and aims to address immediate and long-term skills challenges. A consultation on the Strategic Plan is set for later this year, inviting further industry input.
The full Business Plan for 2026–27 is available at: https://www.citb.co.uk/about-us/plans-and-performance/business-plan
Based on general knowledge, this story highlights a dedicated group working to salvage and repurpose valuable building materials from demolition sites across London. Their efforts not only preserve architectural heritage but also promote sustainability by reducing waste and supporting the circular economy. The team’s work is likened to a rescue mission, emphasizing the urgency and importance of saving resources that would otherwise be lost.
'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop
King’s College Hospital in London has opened the UK’s first outdoor rooftop intensive care ward. Designed with canopies, garden areas, and full medical support, the ward allows critically ill patients to experience fresh air and nature—proven to boost wellbeing and potentially speed recovery. Patients and staff alike benefit from the space, which features scented flowers and textured plants. The initiative, funded by over £2 million in charitable donations, aims to improve patient outcomes and could serve as a model for hospitals nationwide
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For almost 20 years, Ryan’s focus has been on helping brands in the construction and manufacturing sectors tell their story.
His career began in PR, working for global businesses across a variety of sectors, before opting to focus on construction and the built environment.
In his role as Managing Director, Ryan works to ensure that SLG Agency continues to be one of the construction indust