This year’s conference on 7th October 2015 will provide members with an opportunity to engage with FIS and receive an update on key developments in our sector.
Join with us on the day or follow along on the live blog here or on Twitter with #FISorg.
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Our Venue
https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Forest+of+Arden+Marriott+Hotel
Our Speakers
John Carter, chief executive, TP Group plc
Suzannah Nichol, chief executive, Build UK
Claire Appleby, architecture adviser to The Theatres Trust
Noble Francis, economics director, Construction Products Association (CPA)
Martin Coyd OBE, regional head of environment, health and safety – Europe, Lend Lease
Adrian Belton, chief executive, CITB
The Agenda
Conference programme
11.45 AGM
12.15 Lunch and networking
13.00 Welcome address – Steve Coley, FIS President
13.05 Setting the scene – David Frise, event chair and FIS chief executive
13.10 The Big Debate – How do we improve our sector. Chaired by David Frise
13.40 Build UK – now what?
Suzannah Nichol, chief executive, Build UK
NSCC and UKCG have agreed to a merger of the two organisations to provide a strong collective voice for the contracting supply chain in construction. Build UK, which will be led by Chief Executive Suzannah Nichol MBE, will be operational from 1 September 2015.
Now, what does the future hold for the organisation and what will it mean for FIS contractor members?
14.05 The Theatres Trust
Claire Appleby, architecture adviser to The Theatres Trust
Following the collapse of the plaster ceilings at the Apollo Theatre in London, Claire will tell us how the FIS Heritage Plastering Group, The Theatres Trust and Association of British Theatre Technicians have cooperated to create a suite of competency questionnaires, survey and inspection reporting documents to deliver a robust methodology for owners and operators of historic building, theatres and places of entertainment to select competent companies and individuals for surveying, inspecting and refurbishing heritage plaster work.
14.20 Break
14.50 State of the market
Dr Noble Francis, economics director, Construction Products Association (CPA)
Affectionately known as ‘Doctor Doom’, an optimistic Noble Francis is not someone we are used to seeing. However, he reliably informs us that things are looking up. Noble, tells us what’s in store for the finishes and interiors sector.
15.20 Key note speaker
John Carter, chief executive, TP Group plc
What does the future of the construction sector look like from the perspective of the chief executive of Travis Perkins, one of Britain’s largest builders’ merchants? John tells us about prospects for steady growth and how we can avoid another “boom and bust” cycle and looks at the game changing innovations, technologies and market developments that will impact our sector.
15.50 Break
16.20 Behavioural changes
Martin Coyd, director of Health and Safety and Environment at Lend Lease
Martin, who also works with a number of mental health charities, will talk about improving mental health, wellbeing and working life for those working in construction.
17.00 One year on
Adrian Belton, chief executive, CITB
Adrian was appointed chief executive of CITB in January 2014, in a blaze of publicity. His brief was to equip CITB to meet the challenges of the next 50 years. In November 2014 he told Interiors Focus that ‘CITB was in need of modernisation and that was what he intended to do’. One year on, he’s back to tell us what has changed.
17.20 FIS Training Portal
Tanya Morris, Reference Point
17.30 David Frise – close
17.40 Drinks reception
18.45-20.30 Dinner and close
Note: programme events and timings may change due to unforeseen circumstances+
Follow along as the event unfolds on the day:
For conference updates on Wednesday use #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 5, 2015
Handstiched #BIM ToolBox for tomorrow's #FISorg Conference pic.twitter.com/QIdI4Hyotr
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 6, 2015
looking forward to welcoming @philipcharles79 @CIRIAupdates tomorrow & getting a look at the new Environmental site guide for FitOut #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 6, 2015
. @Sharon_FIS will be on hand all day at the Conference tomorrow if you want to know more about the benifits of membership. #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 6, 2015
looking forward to welcoming @philipcharles79 @CIRIAupdates tomorrow & getting a look at the new Environmental site guide for FitOut #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 6, 2015
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CCF are a gold sponsor at the @fisorg Conference today. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone. #FISorg pic.twitter.com/j2stKiuoku
— CCF UK (@CCF_UK) October 7, 2015
Looking forward to todays FIS conference. We will be live tweeting throughout the day! @fisorg @AisJoe @Sharon_FIS @CITB @outsidewrecker4
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
Looking forward to the @fisorg conference today & catching up with @aisjoe and meeting @SuButcher 😉
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
Getting ready – follow #FISorg for all the news and to join the conversation pic.twitter.com/niZMvWzU1t
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Who are @fisorg? This is what they say about themselves #fisorg http://t.co/ZOxOjnI1gP pic.twitter.com/x3bfXDRkvl
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
Display by @StarrettTools at #fisorg pic.twitter.com/en0j8Vs156
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
Brilliant! The Hidden Edge knife by @StarrettTools – the ultimate safety knife https://t.co/xOHo9ZmT9k
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
Gorgeous mouse from @ArmstrongCeilin – get a CPD they might bring you one! #fisorg http://t.co/oDGqTqTJqa pic.twitter.com/1QJVe2jdNQ
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
Solutions for Subcontractors are here at #fisorg to help subcontractors with their contracts http://t.co/euktv1gtjm pic.twitter.com/sMYT2R4BJR
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
AGM completed, delegates break for lunch before the main event #FISorg pic.twitter.com/jIq3nhtf39
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
Fascinating to meet Claire Appleby of @TheatresTrust been working with @fisorg on protecting theatre interiors. She's speaking later #fisorg
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
It's all about to start at #FISOrg pic.twitter.com/paL4Ok0o4H
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
@fisorg @SuButcher have a great event!
— Steve Thompson (@SGThompsonBIM) October 7, 2015
13.00 Welcome address
Steve Coley, FIS President
Steve Coley, president of @fisorg welcomes the delegates and introduces the guest speakers – see them here: http://t.co/hWJKAPqhWw #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
FIS president opens proceedings #FISOrg pic.twitter.com/TTRumUjQLs
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
13.05 Setting the scene
David Frise, event chair and FIS chief executive
Settling down for @fisorg conference with welcome from David Frise @fisorg chief executive @CIRIAupdates
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/davidfrise
David Frise @outsidewrecker4 kicks off the conference 'put your phones on silent or it could be very expensive' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'The aim of today? For you to meet new people who can help your business' says @outsidewrecker4 inviting delegates to make most of #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'The measure of our success is we had three times the applicants for the @FISorg board then there are places' @outsidewrecker4 #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Skills and Training – @outsidewrecker4 invites delegates to share the numbers of apprentices they are training #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Sneakily @FISorg have given non-members a sky-blue badge, so that members can sell membership to them! #FISorg
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
The face behind the Twitter feed. Meet @SuButcher #FISOrg pic.twitter.com/Cn29MVfz3M
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
13.10 The Big Debate – How do we improve our sector?
Chaired by David Frise
Lively start to @fisorg conference #fisorg with attendees in problem solving mode
— Suzannah Nichol 💙💛 (@SuzannahNichol) October 7, 2015
Top three issues in the Big Debate #FISOrg pic.twitter.com/unbcuQRECO
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
@fisorg conference attendees highlights three challenges – lack of skilled labour, lack of appropriate training, cashflow/payment
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
Delegates are invited to discuss solutions to one of the 3 key issues: skilled labour, appropriate training, cashflow #Fisorg your thoughts?
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg listening to the market and leading from learning at the FIS annual conference
— Daniel Broyd (@FestoolDaniel) October 7, 2015
Table 15 @fisorg conference discussing the BIG debate – kicked off with Noble Francis “Dr Doom” #fisorg pic.twitter.com/AjsicJLz2K
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
A great conference is measured by how much delegates talk to each other #FISorg pic.twitter.com/X1wTULHIMM
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
Lively problem solving underway at @fisorg conference – key point is #relationships between main contractors and the supply chain #FISorg
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
We're back together to gather responses. Jim Nania new board member : Drylining Manufacturers in the US do 6 week training courses #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We need to publicise accredited schemes better to attract young people to the industry' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Working with @builduk we could lobby for an apprenticeship levy on businesses to fund training academies' #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'build relationships with local schools and colleges' #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Should manufacturers provide an answer to the skills shortage? BIGDebate #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'Retentions take hard cash from specialists contractors. The government should abolish this archaic scheme' #fisorg @builduk
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We need fairer payments – something along the lines of the Housing and Grants Act so you can't contract out' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'If an act of payment said terms were 35 days then you couldn't get out of it – how do we get that to happen' #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We need shorter contracts in plain English – no more than 500 words' #FISorg cc @500wordlawyer
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
https://twitter.com/NobleFrancis/status/651736835924885505
'Work with career officers in schools and explain the careers better' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
https://twitter.com/SIGInteriors/status/651736933958291456
'@CITB_UK need to come to the table and get grants for training out to site based and office based people' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
So how do we make the Finishes and Interior Sector more attractive to people coming into the sector? #FISorg Big Debate
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'Main contractors should be made more accountable. The practices used to get us to fund their businesses are abuse. Name and shame' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'There doesn't appear to be a lack of training across the industry but at the moment NVQ Level 2 only. We need 3/4 as well' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'The installation of products could be made easier and better by innovating products – reducing health and safety risks' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
NVQ2 Might be too low a qualification, perhaps level 3 and beyond should be considered #FISorg BigDebate
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'Is there an opportunity for more consensus on terms people will accept in the industry? If people accept 120 days it will persist' #Fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Kids don't see the industry as somewhere they want to go – we have a lost generation on our hands' #Fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
First mention of the sector using 900mm boards to allow operatives to move boards easier on site BIGDebate #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We need to make the physical aspects of the industry more sexy. Go to the root cause of their reluctance to get involved' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Clear view from the floor of need of closer working between @BuildUK and @fisorg including presenting working in construction as a career
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
https://twitter.com/SIGInteriors/status/651738118186471424
'The colleges aren't supported, so kids don't want to be in the industry plus there is nowhere to train' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Could we run our own academies across the country? If we don't get behind it then we'll have a bigger problem in 20 years time' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@fisorg or maybe other new emerging industries like mobile and commerce is more attractive as pays better & provides more opportunity?
— Pritesh Patel (@priteshpatel9) October 7, 2015
@priteshpatel9 We need to let young people know about the opportunity and pay opportunities in the sector. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We need to stop whingeing about training and look at how to get young people into the industry. Stop buying in skills and invest' #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Training is key, but what if we do and they leave, but what if we don't and they stay? #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'Our business models need to change. We need to make more in the good years and smooth out the dips' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Could @FISorg help set a code of conduct for cash flow/payments?' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We need more funding for upskilling existing workers and encouraging mature workers into the industry' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Subcontractors don't always know about or use the tools available to help them get paid' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@fisorg Need to invest in training younger people opposed to 'buying' in skills – short term fix opposed to developing long-term resilience
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
Next up is @SuzannahNichol of @BuildUK says payment still an issue but skills and training is also key! #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
13.40 Build UK – now what?
Suzannah Nichol, chief executive, Build UK
https://www.linkedin.com/company/build-uk
Susannah nichol Build UK Chief executive takes the stage @fisorg conference #fisorg pic.twitter.com/ePKdW9d7JC
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
Make up of room – good mix of contractors /manufacturers #FISorg 'The toughest challenge I have is recruiting good people' @SuzannahNichol
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
we need to change not just a little but a lot @SuzannahNichol #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We're really good at innovation – with a small 'i'. We don't stretch ourselves out of our comfort zone #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Suzannah asks for smokers numbers. No-one puts their hands up. 20yrs ago smoking was cool. #FISorg pic.twitter.com/DAu2VNHz5t
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
A great example of change; is our attitude to smoking @SuzannahNichol #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Something else that has fundamentally changed – as a society we can change things #FISorg @SuzannahNichol pic.twitter.com/h9urHXyUXL
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'I can leave the house now with my iphone. Don't need A-Z, money, address book, camera… @SuzannahNichol at #FISorg pic.twitter.com/mnCIonpMvS
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Great examples from @SuzannahNichol on changes that we have embraced, yet our sector is not embracing change in the same way. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
To change things you can't rely on individuals – they take the easiest route – you need a system approach #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Stop looking at the person you want to change and take a grown-up approach instead' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Suzannah Nichol @BuildUK highlights that only 40% of project are completed on programme and budget @fisorg @CIRIAupdates
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
Yes this was from the @constructingexc #KPI2015 KPIs #FISorg https://t.co/aWqx4EVmuv
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
#FISorg @SuzannahNichol introduces @BuildUK – for the first time the contracting supply chain under one roof http://t.co/wjORrUgf27
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg @BuildUK represents over 11,000 specialist contractors, enough to get change happening.
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
https://twitter.com/SIGInteriors/status/651742560000548866
Objectives of @BuildUK – bringing everyone together allows different conversations and approaches to happen #Fisorg pic.twitter.com/iXlKRqWBvb
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
What business model will tick everyone's box and get everyone playing along on #fairpayment? @SuzannahNichol @builduk #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'I think we need to go a step further than @GoConstructUK – I want every kid to think 'wow – that's amazing where can I go next?' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We're never going to solve our skills crisis by fixing the squeeky doors. We need to fix the subsidence in the house' #training #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
How many people in the construction sector aimed to get where they are? Lots of people entered at the bottom and are now running Cos #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We cannot meet our skills needs with the current system. We take on 10k apprentices a year. It's dismal. We have to fix the system' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'The skills system doesn't work for anyone – it's not just you' @SuzannahNichol at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
. @BuildUK looking at how one PQQ can be used across the sector. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We achieved more on #fairpayment in two hours having main and subcontractors in one room than we had in two years' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'If you're around the table we can make the money flow down the supply chain' @SuzannahNichol of @builduk #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Stop fixing the squeaky door in the kitchen. Fix the subsidence and the door won't squeak, says @SuzannahNichol at #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
'I think we can be better, we can be smarter, and we can all win – but only if we are all willing to change' #FISorg pic.twitter.com/Y9uYXt5KkL
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'I can set the game plan, I can decide the tactics, but its up to all of you if you want to play ball' @SuzannahNichol #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Lots of great discussion going on @fisorg Conference #FISorg
— BIM4FitOut (@BIM4FitOut) October 7, 2015
'People will be doing the business they want to do, rather than firefighting and trying to save money' @SuzannahNichol #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
From floor 'government fund graduates because its strategically important – should we lobby for more funding for apprenticeships? #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@SuzannahNichol says H&S system is broken. We need 1 best practice guide not 40 from different trade associations #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
'Funding may be the next part, but we've currently got £163m that we're not using effectively. We need to fix the system first' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
This afternoon we are at the @fisorg conference.The event is very busy and we have met several delegates already #FISorg #wondertex #goodday
— Wondertex (@Wondertex_UK) October 7, 2015
The @fisorg Conference is underway. Our CEO John Carter will be today's key note speaker. #FISorg pic.twitter.com/I1zZ1vIpqq
— CCF UK (@CCF_UK) October 7, 2015
@fisorg Great, passionate speech by Suzannah Nichol of Build UK at FIS conference. Really excited about what she can bring to sector
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
Next speaker @fisorg is Claire Appleby from The Theatres Trust – we are the voice for theatres!
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
14.05 The Theatres Trust
Claire Appleby, architecture adviser to The Theatres Trust
http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk
Our next speaker is Claire Appleby of @TheatresTrust about the work they are doing with @FISorg #FISorg http://t.co/hWJKAPqhWw
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Claire is going to focus on Fibrous Plaster Ceilings – and collaborative working to achieve a new outcome. #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
The @TheatresTrust is the National Advisory Body for Theatres – here to promote the better protection of theatres #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Collaborative working has produced an outcome' says Claire Appleby from @TheTheatreTrust #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
The @TheatresTrust publishes a Theatres at Risk list every year – find out more here: #FISOrg http://t.co/ElJcLyvkfV
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Why is Claire talking about fibrous plaster ceilings – remember the Apollo Theatre in Shaftesbury Avenue? #FISorg pic.twitter.com/zZ5LQZgN17
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Fibrous plaster ceilings contain hessian- with a fixed lifespan. On 19th December 2013 the ceiling collapsed #FISorg pic.twitter.com/i0jO6iZLCD
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@fisorg have been working with @TheTheatreTrust following the collapse @the Apollo theatre to develop robust method for inspections #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
After the collapse at the Apollo there was a lot of media interest – @TheatresTrust took swift action: #FISorg pic.twitter.com/185hlzVHen
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg what is the scale of the challenge – around 1100 theatres in the UK with fibrous plaster pic.twitter.com/3zo6JwpeTJ
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
There are implications in terms of costs for survey and repairs, disruption, reinspection etc. Many theatres are short on funding #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
The @TheatresTrust set up a Theatre Ceilings Working Group – see the membership on Claire's slides http://t.co/hWJKAPqhWw #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Morecambe Winter Gardens – a large beautiful theatre building operated by a charity. #FISorg pic.twitter.com/qMPxGWN2Tl
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Buildings like Morecambe Winter Gardens need ongoing inspection and maintenance #FISorg pic.twitter.com/YgeFEqcYk0
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Theatre Ceilings Working group concluded that all ceilings should be inspected by Sept 2016. The hessian can fail due to age alone #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Competent plaster inspectors are required to carry out the inspections. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Working with @TheatresTrust produced a whole range of standard documents to assess inspectors and specialists. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Article in BackStage Magazine about the Apollo Ceilings collapse and the new guidance #FISorg https://t.co/tUvrPvIqxX
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
https://www.thestage.co.uk/features/2015/backstage-new-guidance-ceiling-safety/
The @TheatresTrust with @FISOrg and ABTT are producing a set of forms to ensure work is carried out – keep in touch for publication #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@TheatresTrust presentation at #FISorg and fact that MOD has more heritage ceilings suggests business is looking up
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
We are looking at creating a new apprenticeship concerned with fibrous plaster ceilings says @outsidewrecker4 – the scale is huge #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@outsidewrecker4 warns current apprenticeships give you enough knowledge to be dangerous working with heritage plaster #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
Interested in the @TheatresTrust work? Check out #theatresadvice or #theatresatrisk #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Agree RT @whealie: @SuzannahNichol says H&S system is broken. We need 1 best practice guide not 40 from different trade associations #FISorg
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
14.20 Break
The @CIRIAupdates display at @fisorg conference; including 'preview' copy of new #fit-out guidance pic.twitter.com/waSLs36A6N
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
..as well as at the @fisorg Conference in Birmingham. We're looking forward to an enjoyable and valuable event! pic.twitter.com/ypMkaeDRku
— The Window Film Company (@thewindowfilmco) October 7, 2015
@fisorg the coffee is decent!
— Jon Rider (@rider_jonathan) October 7, 2015
Stats so far – 36 tweeters used #fisorg sending 333 tweets reaching 153,803 accounts 2.2million times pic.twitter.com/OeYAfRN6zP
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
14.50 State of the market
Dr Noble Francis, economics director, Construction Products Association (CPA)
http://www.constructionproducts.org.uk/
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/fnoblefrancis
https://youtu.be/TwqnarUa14I
Back from the break with @NobleFrancis from @CPA_Tweets @fisorg discussing current state of the market @CIRIAupdates
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
'We are in a period of robust economic growth – primarily consumer driven' @NobleFrancis #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
A more optimistic outlook from @NobleFrancis of @CPA_Tweets @fisorg conference #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
#fisorg Conference speaker – Dr Noble Francis, chief economist of #CPA, inflation to stay low, interest rates up in 2016
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
'The Bank of England is likely to be cautious over interest rate rises' @Noblefrancis #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Some figures… 'but more important than the figures are probably the key risks to the economy' #FISorg pic.twitter.com/KqY0q8740w
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#fisorg Conference, Dr Francis of #CPA, GDP to continue to grow c. 2.6%pa. Risks from Eurozone and UK referendum, capacity and skills
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
Key risks to the UK Economy from @NobleFrancis 'and China, Russian and Brazil' #FISorg pic.twitter.com/pIqMnJns3h
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@NobleFrancis says lower oil prices and import prices are key risks to the economy #FISorg
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
First time in 7 years of #FISorg conferences that have heard @NobleFrancis talking in such optimistic terms
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'What happens if the government finds its too difficult to cut capital spending?' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#fisorg Conference, Dr Noble of #CPA, austerity programme not currently impacting on construction – but it might in the future
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
@NobleFrancis says "we've got growth" as typed slide fails to show. He's into calligraphy. Is the writing on the wall? #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
Private #UKhousing is a key topic for media and government. Here are some stats from @CPA_Tweets #FISorg pic.twitter.com/vjOBjcoa28
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg conference Dr Noble of #CPA – strong growth in house building to continue, but will peak out at 150k pa in 3 years
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
'In the next 12-18 months the housebuilders will peak at 140-150,000 houses. They won't want to build more' @noblefrancis #FISorg #ukhousing
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'In 1988 there were over 12,000 SME housebuilders. By 2010 there were just over 2000.' @noblefrancis at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Volatility in market forces housebuilders to base their business model on land not housebuilding and cut supply chain loose' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Average house prices in London are 9.6 times average earnings (they were 2.7 in 1993) #FISorg @noblefrancis #UKHousing
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Education sector capital investment to continue to grow, 3-5%pa #PSBP phase 2 – 272 schools are important @NobleFrancis #FISorg
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
New Midlands hospital mentioned. BIM will be used in the design, construction and management #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
@noblefrancis says 1/3rd of all office projects are in 3 London areas, West End, Canary Wharf & the City. #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
'The Retail sector suffers from a long term negative trend – internet sales move growth from retail into warehousing' @NobleFrancis #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@noblefrancis warns Internet shopping biases construction away from retail to warehouses, particularly intelligent warehouses #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
#FISorg Overall growth 'I don't like to talk about overall but UK Construction is a £124bn sector pic.twitter.com/ncC4nCJNC4
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
£124bn construction sector to grow positively – 22% growth by 2019. But do we have the people to do it? @NobleFrancis #FISorg
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
'22% growth sounds very good but do we have the people to deliver it? We lost over 400,000 people in the recession' @noblefrancis #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Negative margins are having a big detrimental impact on construction. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'In this period whilst you're making money, embed good practice, collaboration, ready to ride out the next recession' #FISOrg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@NobleFrancis plea. collaboration. Is key to growth in the construction industry #FISorg
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
"Collaboration is key to surviving not just the good years but the bad too." Dr Noble Francis. #FISorg
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
'Hopefully over the next 5 year period, some of that growth will be for you' @noblefrancis ends on a positive note at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@NobleFrancis says embed training during the profitable years to help ride out the next recession. #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
From floor – what would be impact of interest rate rise? 'Directly v little,what matters is impact on consumer/business confidence' #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Interest rises are likely impact consumer confidence rather than business. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'Interest rate rises are a positive sign we're recovering, but if Bank of England doesn't judge it right could impact medium term' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
From the floor – Office building to Resi changes will end April16. Impact on sector? #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Theres been a significant impact in some areas. Removal won't have much impact in London/SE perhaps slight impact in other cities' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@NobleFrancis says ignore anything any politician says that uses large round numbers of houses #FISorg
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
'Ignore anything any politician says re large Nos of homes' – housebuilding not controlled by government @noblefrancis #FISorg #Ukhousing
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'300,000 homes is not realistic – but did anyone tell @David_Cameron?' #FISorg #ukhousing
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Why is it bad for houses to be unaffordable?' Not if youre a homeowner, but long term fundamental problem with chronic undersupply #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Lowest number of housing starts since 1923' The gap is so big you're skewing the demographics. 20% inc in HMO #UKhousing #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Why the UK Government doesn't employ @NobleFrancis as an advisor I don't know…. oh wait… #FISorg
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
There has been a 20% increase in multiple occupancy in housing; that is generations of families living under one roof! @NobleFrancis #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Thank you to @NobleFrancis wonderful conference Q&A session #dlptfconnected #FISorg
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
Special pre-release offer on new @CIRIAupdates fit-out site guide for @fisorg conference delegates – come & see @philipcharles79 on table 9
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
Keynote presenter @fisorg conference is John Carter @TravisPerkinsUK
— Philip (@philipcharles79) October 7, 2015
What does future of #ukconstruction look like from perspective of CEO Travis Perkins, one of Britain's largest builders' merchants? #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
15.20 Key note speaker
John Carter, chief executive, TP Group plc
http://www.travisperkinsplc.co.uk/
http://www.travisperkinsplc.co.uk/about-us/leadership/executive-committee/john-carter.aspx?itemname=1
Travis Perkins is the leading building materials distributor – here are some of their brands #FISorg pic.twitter.com/t384VLwTXl
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Everyone of our businesses on the chart has a 50% headroom for growth' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Every CEO will say their biggest asset is their people. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'When you are a FTSE100 company with desire to grow…' #FISorg pic.twitter.com/ve4DBZKBXM
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We rely heavily on the forecasts of @CPA_Tweets' John Carter of TP Group at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'It would be nice to avoid debate about how many houses we can build but at a push 170k a year is the limit' John Carter #FISorg #ukhousing
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'When you are a FTSE100 company with desire to grow…' #FISorg pic.twitter.com/ve4DBZKBXM
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Slide suggests Architects workload dropping 24% yet growth in construction. So who will design the projects? #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'On a recent ONS survey only 60% of UK householders are happy with the standard of their home' #FISorg #ukhousing
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
RT @fisorg: 'would be nice to avoid debate on how many houses we can build but 170k a year is the limit' John Carter #FISorg #ukhousing
— UK Housing/SuButcher (@UK_Housing) October 7, 2015
'Around Q2-3 2016 we should see improvements' #FISorg pic.twitter.com/ieKiuqngip
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'This is the slide Howard asked me not to use' #FISorg see the rest on the live blog http://t.co/hWJKAPqhWw pic.twitter.com/67mWettvza
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Technology is changing everything #FISorg this is a fast changing environment CEO Travis Perkins
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'Everything can now be done online' – wonder if #architects are facing up to that? #FISorg pic.twitter.com/MZH2VgncVD
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
'We've been working with #3Dprinting for 3 years' John Carter of TP Group #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Be interested in 3D printing the pace of change is unbelievable #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
John Carter argues the only way to meet the skills shortage is off site construction and onsite fabrication #FISorg #OSC #OSF
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Great presentation by John Carter #Travisperkins, emphasising the innovation in the industry. Off site manufacturing vision! #FISorg
— fermacelluk (@fermacelluk) October 7, 2015
3D printing in China is a reality. 10 houses printed in one day. When will we see it here? #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
On #BIM – you won't get a return early on but there is momentum in this area – John Carter of @TravisPerkinsUK @CCF_UK #ukbimcrew #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Embrace the change, don't resist it. TP CEO #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Question from @outsidewrecker4 what do you make of AECOM becoming a contractor? 'Every business is looking at ways to add value' #FISOrg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Every business is looking at how it can add value. That's why we are seeing consultancy entering contracting. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'What keeps you awake at night'? 'Transitioning from the back office legacy systems to better relating to customers' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
https://t.co/hzYQzoJBRV
I think you've got something there… #ukhousing #fisorg https://t.co/hzYQzoJBRV
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
15.50 Break
It was great to get feedback to BIM4FREE from the industry today @fisorg @BIM4FItOut
— 3D Repo (@3DRepo) October 7, 2015
I loved this safety "Stanley" knife from @StarrettTools at @fisorg #FISorg pic.twitter.com/jeKw0l9zJz
— Chris Wheal (@whealie) October 7, 2015
Even during comfort breaks you can't stop our specialists at conference! #FISorg pic.twitter.com/NHJkw1vUfL
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
https://twitter.com/RP_Assure/status/651777080913469440
We're back with everyone having changed seats #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin Cord OBE is our next speaker – Director of Health and Safety and Environment at @LendLeaseGroup #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
16.20 Behavioural changes
Martin Coyd, director of Health and Safety and Environment at Lend Lease
https://uk.linkedin.com/pub/martin-coyd/15/830/473
Martin begins with a photograph of Terry Newton who was just 23 when he took his own life #FISorg https://t.co/wMXQ3hS8cB
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin Coyd Regional HSE #LendLease talks about #mentalHealth @fisorg conference #FISorg
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
'What I'm going to talk about are the sort of things we don't talk about as a rule' Martin Coyd #mentalhealth #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'I know what you think when you hear about health and safety people, I'm a mindreader' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Fire alarm has just cleared the room #FISOrg pic.twitter.com/wZcP3KQFJ9
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Fire alarm goes off… But it's a false alarm so we all come back in #FISorg pic.twitter.com/hT77hGdNuz
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
RT @fisorg: ‘I know what you think when you hear about health and safety people, I’m a mindreader’ #FISorg
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
In #ukconstruction 'Youre 6x more likely to die from suicide than from a fall from height' -how much do we spend on prevention? #FISOrg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
51% of suicides in Ireland are construction workers – Martin Coyd at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@fisorg Have you got a link to source of this? I am very interested, and know number of work-related suicides is undercounted.
— Hilda Palmer Stop Covid@work Make workplaces safe (@HildaPalmer) October 7, 2015
@HildaPalmer we will contact you after the conference.
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Gary Speed, Robert Enke, Marcus Trescothick all men who seemingly had everything but good #mentalhealth #fisorg
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
We don't talk enough about mental health, yet so many people suffer; in silence. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Perhaps the most articulate Englishman – @stephenfry – also mentioned with respect by Martin Coyd #FISorg #mentalhealth
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
One in six employees are likely to experience problems with stress, anxiety or depression at any one time #fisorg 70million sick days a year
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin asks a room full of middle-aged men whether they have an 'inner voice'. A surprising number raise their hands #FISorg
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
If someone has a physical accident we 'run towards the problem'. If someone has a #mentalhealth problem we call him a nutter #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin asks – how do we articulate #mentalhealth in positive words? Inability to discuss produces silence and discrimination #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Mental health affects how we think, how we feel and our sense of well being #fisorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Apparently this means I am attractive to Women. #FISOrg pic.twitter.com/gJC4PBE9qm
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Martin is explaining the #MentalHealth Continuum – see a description here http://t.co/odVf3cfj8x #fisorg pic.twitter.com/4v1EHwn1J8
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
77% of all suicides in England and Wales are male. 5891 people killed themselves in 2012. Don't ignore it #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin Coyd Regional HSE #LendLease says #mentalhealth first aid is listening to people #FISorg
— David Cant ~👷🏻♂️ (@davidgcant) October 7, 2015
'Don't be afraid to ask about suicide – you won't be doing any damage by listening' Martin Coyd #FISorg Talk to @Samaritans 08457909090
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'I know there's some kind of connection between drug use and mental health – it takes the pain away' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin moves on to diversity – he was the first person in the construction industry to join the Stonewall champions #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Homosexuality was only allowed in the army in 2000. #FISorg It is still illegal in 90 countries on earth #LGBT
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'You can't come in where the 'normal' people go. You have to come in round the back' #access #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin introduces Wheelchair Rugby League – don't let disability get in the way of enjoying yourself #FISorg http://t.co/C8AHRslB2Y
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
The rainbow laces campaign #FISorg http://t.co/13FFVK4e5a
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg Martin concludes by introducing MATES in Construction – a system that works brilliantly in Australia http://t.co/H6nXvn5hgX
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Thousands of young people who liked dancing who now have external bags because ketamine perforates your bladder' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'If we get together as an industry, we can change the world' Martin Coyd at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Martin gives us homework – if you had an hour completely to yourself, what would you do? #FISorg #Mentalhealth
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'I might think I'm tough – but I work to make sure my kids don't end up where I did. I got away from an abusive employer' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'You can come back from this – and then you'll know you've won' #mentalhealth #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Mental illness is a thinking persons disease. Stop thinking and talk to people' #FISorg #mentalhealth
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
@MACSLuton Tom McLoughlin impressed with @fisorg conference topics inc 'Best Practice Guidance' & 'Play as a team for better trading terms'
— MACS Plasterboard Systems (@MACSLuton) October 7, 2015
17.00 One year on
Adrian Belton, chief executive, CITB
https://uk.linkedin.com/pub/adrian-belton/35/73/469
http://www.citb.co.uk/news-events/blogs/citb-at-50-adrian-belton/
We now have Adrian Belton, chief executive, @CITB_UK one year on from his appointment #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'Restructuring is always difficult. You can imagine the reaction we had putting 90 of the staff at risk' Adrian Belton #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
At least 30% of the audience confirm they are @CITB_UK levy payers #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg @CITB_UK has 'over 50 different systems for collecting customer data' and spends 19% of their time on customer needs
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
. @CITB Have over 50 systems for measuring data! Too many says Adrian. #FISorg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We are consumed with managing our own stuff – we over-managed and under-led' Adrian Belton #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'There are 60,000 people in UK on construction related courses who are not work-ready – we need better organisation' Adrian Belton #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Roles of @CITB_UK – Quality Control, Trusted Advisor to industry, and more of an enabler rather than a deliverer. #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Better informed discussions will allow @CITB_UK to provide relevant training through enabling. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
@FISorg Great and eyeopening presentation on Mental Health from Martin Coyd of Lend Lease.
— Andrew Richardson (@AndyRich1313) October 7, 2015
Adrain explaining that through partnerships new facilities are being developed around the country #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Adrian is describing the @CITB_UK initiatives in Wales. Find out more here: #FISorg http://t.co/kVl0JT1zqP
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Adrain talking about BIM. @fisorg have just published a guide for contractors funded with @CITB. Contact us for the link. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
#FISorg Download the #BIM Toolbox which we've developed with help from @CITB_UK here: http://t.co/kqojgR42WE
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
http://t.co/kqojgR42WE
Adrian gives a plug for @GoConstructUK http://t.co/voPO56g1vq and invites feedback @CITB_UK #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Theres some constructive criticism of @GoconstructUK here @CITB_UK: #FISorg http://t.co/vhdWC1wEvL
— Su Butcher 💚 (@SuButcher) October 7, 2015
http://t.co/dSVg4BM1RN is a start to engage with the next generation of people to get involved in the sector. @CITB_UK #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
From the floor – is there any transparency about how the funding is used? 'Yes but admittedly not enough yet – we want to show ROI' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
. @CITB_UK collects about £160m in levy from the construction sector. It costs 2.1% in administrative costs. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
It costs 2.1% to administer the @CITB_UK levy 'we'd be interested to see if the apprenticeship levy could be adminstered for less' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
From floor: 'How are we going to fulfil all the labour we need?' 'Where would you see @CITB_UK operating in the longer term?' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
#FISorg 'That's a really good question, the short answer is @GoConstructUK is a start' 'We only have 23 careers advisors across the UK'
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'All of us through our connections can make this happen at a local level' #Skillshortage #ukconstruction #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
http://t.co/dSVg4BM1RN is a start to engage with the next generation of people to get involved in the sector. @CITB_UK #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Some good points from the floor about the problems getting young people to the places where they can do training and do the work #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Travel to learn dialogue must take place. CITB CEO will tackle this need. #dlptfconnected #FISorg
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
#FISorg as promised @outsidewrecker4 asks Adrian if @CITB_UK is the fall guy for when UKGov doesn't build 500k houses
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'What I'm hearing from enlightened parts of Gvt isthe levy concept works (though not perfect) treasury might like to roll out model #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'We have to work with government to make sure the industry doesn't have to pay twice for the same thing' Adrian Belton of @CITB_UK #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
'The industry should decide if @CITB_UK is around, not Government' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Our final speaker is Tanya Morris of Reference Point who will present their training work with @FISorg #fisorg http://t.co/phqKuoljSC
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
17.20 FIS Training Portal
Tanya Morris, Reference Point
http://www.referencepoint.co.uk/
.@FISorg are developing a training portal with funding with @CITB #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
ReferencePoint worked with @CSCS to develop the CSCS smartcard – Tanya's going to explain how to use the 'space on the chip' #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
New FIS training portal coming soon. Technology partners with CSCS presenting. #FISorg #dlptfconnected
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
ReferencePoint are also working with Transport for London developing an online training system #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
Technology is allowing Contractors to use the smart CSCS cards to understand the skills of the operatives on sites. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
. @FISorg Will launch a Course Bank to allow delegates to search and book training courses. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Delegates who successfully complete training will be automatically updated to the individuals CSCS cards. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
This 'joined up thinking' will help @FISorg to get a detailed overview of training and competence activity in our sector #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
The Skillsight system is all ready to join. Coursebank will be up early next year https://t.co/MX7q9ML7qh #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
17.30 David Frise – close
Huge round of applause as @outsidewrecker4 thanks all the speakers #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
. @outsidewrecker4 Sums up with details of the @FISorg awards in 2016. A huge thank you to all the speakers and exhibitors and @CCF_UK
.— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
'We're in the middle of a revolution, but the people in this room are ready for change' @outsidewrecker4 winds up at #FISorg
— Fit-Out Sector (@fisorg) October 7, 2015
My huge thanks to @SuButcher for the live blog today. #FISOrg
— Joe Cilia (@AisJoe) October 7, 2015
Thank you @fisorg for a fantastic conference.
— DLPTF (@info_dlptf) October 7, 2015
17.40 Drinks reception
18.45-20.30 Dinner
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