Retention,tighter regulation & bog standard sites.

duncancartlidgeonline : Insights for construction professionals. If you work in the construction industry, then the duncancartlidgeonline podcast is an essential source of information. Established in 2020, duncancartlidgeonline, has over 9 hours of video presentations on quantity surveying (taking off quantities/quantity takeoffs), construction management, estimating, project management and cost advice and all for £7 a month which includes online support. September 2026 sees the launch of a new course dedicated to taking off quantities, new materials, new worked examples and learn at your own pace. Over the last three seasons of podcasts duncancartlidgeonline have kept construction professionals, including quantity surveyors, construction managers and project managers up to date with the latest developments in the construction industry and the professions. Topics have included; extensions of time, latent and patent defects, construction claims, planning approval delays, skills shortages and much more. The third season continues with more insights on current issues. And then of course there is my favourite super hero Mothman, who makes a brief return appearance in this episode; intrigued? You'll have to download to learn more. Duncan Cartlidge is a fellow of the RICS with over 50 years experience in UK and European construction projects. In addition he is the author of several best selling books including, the Quantity Surveyor's Pocketbook 4th edition, The Construction Project Manager's Pocketbook 3rd edition and New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice 5th edition. Podcasts are recorded in the company of my red labrador Barney, who keeps his eye on proceedings. In the first episode of series four Duncan Cartlidge looks at: Update on rentention ban. Is new regulation for construction professionals on the way? New RICS mandatory standard for expert witnesses. Construction apprentices drop out. I hope that you'll enjoy this podcast from duncancartlidgeonline.  Barney and I would really appreciated it you could find the time to write a review and spread the word. Untill next time - take care. www.duncancartlidgeonline.com Insights for construction professionals  Music: Kevin MacLeod