MEMBER NEWS
CYMRU
FMB Cymru debates skills with minister The FMB recently met with the Minister for Culture, Skills and Social Partnership, Jack Sargeant MS, to discuss the ongoing skills challenges facing the industry. A shortage of skilled workers
LONDON
Build Academy students showcase their new skills at SkillBuild 2025
remains one of the most significant barriers to FMB Cymru’s members’ ability to operate and grow. The discussion covered
Two Build Academy students, Frankie and Tjan, participated in the show as part of the SEND Learner Showcase, taking on a timed painting and decorating challenge, which required them to upscale a drawing onto a wall then use painting and wallpapering techniques to complete the piece. Both students completed the challenge on time and to a high standard. FMB London extends its congratulations to Frankie and Tjan. To take on a Build Academy learner for a work placement contact Tom Peardon using the details below.
Two Build Academy students took part in the SEND (special educational needs or disabilities) category at the Construction Industry Training Board’s (CITB) SkillBuild National Final at the MK Arena in Milton Keynes to show off the skills they have learned at the academy. SkillBuild is delivered by CITB and is the largest multitrade competition in the UK for construction trainees and apprentices. The show features 80 young people demonstrating a range of trades including bricklaying plastering, painting and decorating and stonemasonry.
measures to improve poor learner-retention rates, the potential of shared apprenticeship schemes, and the role of the Welsh Government’s Flexible Skills Programme. FMB Cymru will set out key priorities for the next Welsh Government at the launch of its manifesto in Cardiff on 4 February. Skills will feature prominently. Without a stronger and more responsive skills system, this issue will continue to hinder members.
CYMRU
LONDON
FMB West Wales Charity Dinner
Hard Hat Hangout returns
Southern area board members, and members who had never attended an FMB event before. “A huge thanks to the event sponsor HazardCo for making this event possible, and thanks to those who came along,” said Tom Peardon, London Director. If you are interested in organising a Hard Hat Hangout in London, contact Tom Peardon using the details below.
Late last year, the Hard Hat Hangout returned, providing an informal networking event for members at the Slaughtered Lamb in Clerkenwell. They put the world to rights, covering topics such as health and safety, job pricing, digital tools, mental health, licensing and AI as well key issues like what radio station to tune into on Friday. The Hard Hat Hangout is a great way for FMB members to meet socially and talk about the issues they face. Attendees included FMB London and
This year’s FMB West Wales Charity Dinner will take place on 17 October at the Giltar Hotel in Tenby. Join for an evening of networking with colleagues, clients, and fellow members while supporting a worthy local charity. Keep an eye on the events section of the FMB website for when tickets become available.
CONTACT ● Ifan Glyn, Cymru and UK Senior Hub Director | Email: ifanglyn@fmb.org.uk Call: 07769 687 227
CONTACT ● Tom Peardon , London Director | Email: tompeardon@fmb.org.uk | Call: 07469 350 116
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