CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYERS FEDERATION THE VOICE OF THE INDUSTRY
“While we face many challenges, we also
decarbonisation of our economy and society through reducing our own emissions and building the new, greener housing that our community needs. “I foresee a significant programme of work related to overhauling and reforming our current planning system which does so much to stifle investment. “We will also continue to work with key partners in our education system in order to ensure that the value of a career in construction is better understood resulting, ultimately, in a new generation of young people availing of the many and varied opportunities that we can provide. Vital to the sustainability of our industry is ensuring that these opportunities are open to all, regardless of gender, background or any other characteristic. Talent will be the platform for entry to our industry and irrelevant and dated barriers to entry must be removed. We must also harness the experience and talent of those who wish to
transfer from other occupations, or none, and offer retraining and support at all levels. “There is much for our industry to progress over the coming two years – something that I have every confidence we will do and do very well. “Where I believe a lot of my focus as CEF President will be over the coming weeks and months, will be in ensuring meaningful engagement with whatever form of devolved government manifests itself. Moving ahead from the last two years will require a renewed partnership between business, society and our political leaders. “While we face many challenges, we also stand to benefit from the many opportunities that unlocking the construction sector’s undoubted potential can bring. It is that consistent message of positivity that I shall bring as I look to represent you over the coming two years.” Following the speeches, members enjoyed the opportunity to renew
stand to benefit from the many opportunities that unlocking the construction
sector’s undoubted potential can bring.”
old friendships and spark new ones during the AGM lunch. Later, members were taken on a guided tour of the Erne Campus, to witness the ground breaking and award winning Passivhaus construction techniques and installations that has earned Tracey Bros. international plaudits. “All at the CEF would like to take the opportunity to sincerely thank John for his passion and commitment.”
For more information on the Construction Employers Federation, T: (028) 9087 7143 - E: mail@cefni.co.uk visit: www.cefni.co.uk
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