Why Inclusion Matters – Even More in Challenging Times
At the Builders Merchant Federation conference in Barcelona in June 2025, five of our Strategic Partners led a powerful session on why inclusion matters, especially during times of economic uncertainty. Jen Cassidy (CEO Bristan), Chris Haywood (CEO NMBS), Daksh Gupta (CEO Huws Gray Group), and Ian Stokes (MD Knauf UK&I) shared personal insights and practical […]
Keep Talking But Start Doing
The Construction Inclusion Coalition is set for a busy 2025. The skills gap, inclusivity and equity in the construction industry and the supply chain has become a key issue of conversation as the industry looks to meet the demand for new homes and infrastructure. CIC Chair and Toolstation managing director, Angela Rushforth, guides us through […]
SIG celebrates World Menopause Day
As part of World Menopause Day, SIG launched a new menopause policy for their employees which better supports people directly and indirectly affected by menopause. The policy and communications detailed what support is available and the responsibilities of line managers in this important area. SIG has put in place Menopause Champions who are trained by […]
Baxi brings engineering to life in the primary classroom
For the fourth consecutive year, Baxi is partnering with educational not-for-profit Primary Engineer to bring STEM into classrooms in the Preston area to inspire a new generation of engineers. Research shows that STEM aspirations and perceptions are formed during the primary years, making early engagement with pupils vital to overcoming the skills crisis with a […]
CIC welcomes five new members from across construction industry
The Construction Inclusion Coalition (CIC) has welcomed five new members to its ranks, including two listed companies and a housebuilder, as more businesses from across the construction sector sign up to the Built On Better pledge. Ventilation product manufacturer Volution Group and PVC-U manufacturer Eurocell have joined housebuilder Chartway Partnerships Group, landscaping product specialist Talasey […]
The Workers Protection Act 2023: What Employers Need to Know
From the 26th of October 2024, the Workers Protection Act 2023 comes into effect, introducing a new legal obligation for employers to take “reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace — regardless of the perpetrator. The major shift from the legislation that has been in place for the past 40 years is that […]
Belonging Moments at Travis Perkins Group
Travis Perkins, one of our Strategic Partner, shares their vision to grow their DE&I strategy, underpinned by six internal networks which focus on ‘belonging moments’ for all. At Travis Perkins Group, our vision is to cultivate a culture of belonging where everyone can be their authentic selves. We believe that when our people feel valued, […]
Genuit Group comes out as a Pride Ally business
In 2024 Genuit, one of our Strategic Partners, came out as a PRIDE ally business after the positive response during their International Women’s Day activities. They share how and why they became a Pride ally business. Following on from International Women’s Day in March, we wanted to continue inspiring inclusion across Genuit Group throughout Pride […]
How does it feel when we are included?
Aliaxis, one of our Strategic Partners, talks about introducing their Nurturing Inclusivity Workshops to colleagues across the UK. For many of us inclusion is feeling valued, respected and heard, for others it’s about feeling motivated, engaged, safe and secure. But regardless of what inclusion means to an individual, we can probably all agree that being […]
Promoting EDI and tackling banter in the construction industry – one leader at a time
Huws Gray, one of our Strategic Partners, shares the work they’ve done as part of the Built on Better Pledge to increase awareness, improve education and measure their progress in their organisation. The Huws Gray Group is one of the UK’s leading independent building merchants and specialist distribution businesses. Founded in 1990 from a single […]
