A critical skills shortage threatens the UK government's aim to build 1.5 million homes by 2029, with 76% of construction businesses facing hiring difficulties. The Construction Industry Training Board estimates an additional 239,300 workers are needed by 2029. Factors like rising business costs, limited training opportunities, and declining youth interest worsen recruitment issues. Stricter immigration policies also impede hiring. Employers report local labour shortages and a lack of job-ready candidates. Employees emphasize the need for better training options despite recognizing its importance for career progression.
A chronic shortage of skilled workers is putting the UK government's pledge to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029 at serious risk.
76% of construction businesses are struggling to hire the skilled labour they need, with 84% citing a 'critical skills shortage' across the industry.
The sector must recruit an additional 239,300 workers by 2029 to meet demand according to the Construction Industry Training Board.
41% of employers said local labour shortages were their biggest hiring barrier, while 36% struggled to find job-ready applicants.
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