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Published: September 26, 2024

The Scaffolding Association is calling on all employers and industry stakeholders to make their voices heard in the upcoming Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Consensus Consultation. This vital process is an opportunity for the sector to provide feedback on CITB’s levy proposals for 2025 to 2027, shaping the future of skills development and training within the scaffolding and wider construction sector.

The CITB levy plays a crucial role in funding essential training initiatives that support both new and experienced workers, ensuring the industry has access to the skills it needs to thrive. As part of the consultation, employers will be asked to give their views on the value of CITB’s work and whether they believe the proposed levy rates are appropriate to meet the needs of the sector.

As a voice for the scaffolding community, the Scaffolding Association is urging all employers, regardless of size, to actively participate in the consultation process. This is a key opportunity for businesses to influence decisions that directly impact workforce development, health and safety training, and the overall sustainability of the construction sector.

With the industry facing ongoing challenges such as skills shortages, evolving technologies, and changing safety regulations, it is vital that the CITB levy continues to reflect the needs of the modern construction landscape. Employers are encouraged to engage with the consultation and express their opinions on how the levy can be best used to support scaffolding and temporary works professionals.

Robert Candy, Chief Executive of the Scaffolding Association, stated:

“This consultation is a rare opportunity for scaffolding and construction businesses to directly influence the future of skills training in our sector. By engaging with this process, employers can help ensure that the industry’s needs are met and that the levy continues to provide value. I urge all businesses, big or small, to have their say. Your participation will help ensure a safer, better-skilled workforce and support the future growth of our industry.”

The consultation will  run from 26th September 2024, and all responses must be submitted by 24th October 2024. For more information on how to take part, and to share your views, visit: https://www.citb.co.uk/consensus-2025