Clive Holland Talks Halt In Construction Growth, When Tools Fight Back & More

Clive started off the week by discussing energy efficient homes. Is this the time to replace old gas boilers? Are there enough workers with the skills necessary to retro fit? And what is needed to Kickstart the retro fitting market in the UK. These are just some of the questions he put to Phil Spicer, of Spire Renewables and TV Personality and Builder Peter Finn. The Big Guy then focused on the expected decline poised to hit the Construction industry. He discussed this with Brian Berry, Chief Executive at the FMB, Professor Noble Francis, Economics Director at the CPA and Dan from the Job and Knock Podcast and Uscribejig. Then Clive discussed the topic of incentivising workers into our beloved industry. With a significant shortage (250000) by 2025, what can be done to fill the void? He spoke to Damian Walters, CEO of The British Institute of Kitchen Bedroom & Bathroom Installation and Andrew Rodney is CITB Apprenticeship Delivery Manager for England.And to finish off proceedings, Clive discussed 'When tools, plant and machinery fight back'. He asked if you had an altercation with an Axe? A driller thriller, a nail gun nightmare, a mini digger disaster or a close shave with a chop saw. Well Clive spoke to Ben Dunn from Jig Joinery, Danny Madden from Madden Builders and the Maidstone Denis Richardson who shared their war stories. Remember, always do your best to ensure a safe work environment.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/