The Construction Leadership’s Council (CLC) has published its ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ plan, detailing how the industry will bounce back following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The three-phase plan covers both the immediate months following the lifting of lockdown on the construction industry, as well as the next two years.
Employing 3.1 million workers in the UK and exporting billions of pounds worth of products and services, the construction industry is uniquely placed to drive the recovery of the country’s economy.
David Pratt, Building Control Manager at DBCP commented, “The construction industry has a huge challenge ahead of it to recover financially and we must make sure that standards are not compromised. We welcome CLC’s roadmap. It provides direction for both small and large companies both locally and nationally.”
The three-phase will be carried out over the next two years and aims to safeguard businesses operating within the industry.
The plan breakdown in phases:
Phase 1 – the restart phase. This part of the plan will run for the next three months and aim to increase output, maximise employment and minimise disruption.
Phase 2 – the reset phase. Here, businesses working in construction will be asked to increase demand, up productivity and strengthen the supply chain. This will take place between the third and twelfth month of the plan.
Phase 3 – the reinvent phase. This is where the industry is to focus on strong collaborations and partnerships while delivering better value products and services. This will take place in the second and final year of the plan.
You can read the full plan here.
The non-essential construction industry lockdown was effectively lifted in England on 11 May when Boris Johnson told people who could not work from home, such as those in construction, that they should be “actively encouraged” to return to work.
Within Derbyshire, construction has resumed on the county’s developments with workers on site ensuring they follow social distancing guidelines.
Derbyshire Building Control Partnership (DBCP) has continued to operate throughout the crisis with all services, wherever possible, being delivered remotely, with the exception of a small number of construction site and dangerous structure inspections.
David added: “The lockdown has been a challenge for all the construction industry and its supply chain. I am delighted at how the team at DBCP has adapted during lockdown to ensure that buildings and structures continue to be safe and secure.
“Collaboration is more important than ever and we will be working closely with businesses in Derbyshire’s construction sector to offer support and guidance throughout their recovery.
“With hard-work, determination and a collaborative approach, I am confident we will see some exciting opportunities emerge as the sector progress into brighter times.”
To find out how DBCP can help you, or if you are concerned with any aspect of building control, please contact our friendly team of experts for free advice on 0333 880 2000.