Half of builders see jobs delayed by staff shortages

The FMB and CIOB ‘state of trade’ survey for the second half of 2025 has found that 72% of small and medium builders are struggling with a shortage of skilled tradespeople. Almost half (49%) have seen job starts delayed.

Construction upturn hampered by skills shortages

Small builders reported rising activity in the second half of 2025, but the upturn was held back by a shortage of skilled workers needed to deliver the work. Activity increased across the market in H2 2025, with the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) and Chartered… The post Construction upturn hampered by skills shortages appeared first on Construction News.

FMB repeats for licensing

The Federation of Master Builders has once again called for mandatory licensing of building companies, as part of its response to the consultation on creation of a single construction regulator.

FMB Cymru releases The Builders’ Manifesto for Wales 2026

FMB Cymru has released The Builders' Manifesto for Wales 2026, ahead of the manifesto's official launch at the Senedd (Welsh Parliament) tomorrow. The post FMB Cymru releases The Builders’ Manifesto for Wales 2026 appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

FMB Cymru calls for Welsh government to back local builders

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) Cymru has unveiled its manifesto for Wales, outlining how the Welsh government can support the nation’s local builders. The post FMB Cymru calls for Welsh government to back local builders appeared first on Construction Management.