The CICV is celebrating the success of its third Green Home Festival, which saw record audiences attend a week of shows about sustainability and low-carbon living. Held in Charlotte Square Gardens as part of the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe, more than 500 delegates attended the five-day celebration of renewables, which combined advice with hands-on demonstrations […]
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Minister for Climate Action Dr Allan set to open the CICV’s third Green Home Festival
Scotland’s third Green Home Festival is set to be launched by Scottish Government minister Dr Alasdair Allan, who will open the week-long series of shows delivering practical assistance and advice to help Scotland reach net zero by 2045 by transforming our homes. Dr Allan, who was recently appointed as the acting Minister for Climate Action, […]
CICV responds to Scottish Government announcement to end solar PV funding
Concerns over impact of funding cuts on consumer and market confidence In response to the Scottish Government’s decision to discontinue funding for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage under the Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan scheme, Alan Wilson, Chair of the CICV, has voiced serious concerns regarding the potential setbacks this poses to Scotland’s […]
CICV survey finds 59% of homeowners lack knowledge to choose heat pumps
CICV’s third Green Home Festival aims to bridge information divide with expert-led sessions and demonstrations A new survey from the CICV has uncovered a significant knowledge gap among UK homeowners regarding renewable heating technologies. Alarmingly, 59% of respondents said they lacked the necessary information to confidently transition from traditional heating systems, such as gas boilers, […]
MSP Ivan McKee is special guest as CICV holds first in-person meeting in 4 years
After four years of virtual collaboration, the CICV finally held its inaugural in-person meeting this week, bringing together representatives from many of its 29 member organisations for the first time. More than 20 delegates from across the UK gathered in Edinburgh on Wednesday 24 April for the first physical get-together of the collective, with former […]
TICA becomes 29th member of CICV
The CICV has welcomed the Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) as the 29th member of the influential coalition of trade and professional bodies.
CICV backs new Transformation Action Plan unveiled by CLF
The CICV has welcomed a dynamic new Transformation Action Plan for the Scottish construction sector that has been unveiled by the Construction Leadership Forum (CLF). The collaboration between government and industry launched the plan at a special ceremony in Edinburgh this week – and the CICV says it offers a unique opportunity to move the […]
CICV: Clearer messaging needed to help public navigate net zero journey
Scotland’s second Green Home Festival has been hailed another resounding success – but its organisers have also insisted that government and industry must work closer together to deliver clearer guidance and “myth-bust” the misinformation around low-carbon living. More than 500 delegates signed up for the five-day renewables jamboree organised by the Construction Industry Collective Voice […]
Housing Minister Paul McLennan set to open Green Home Festival
The second Green Home Festival is set to be launched by Scottish Government minister Paul McLennan, who has agreed to kick off the week-long series of shows delivering practical assistance and advice to help Scotland become a net zero nation. The Housing Minister is scheduled to be the keynote speaker at the first session of […]
CICV: Poll shows there is “appetite for change” among homeowners
As it prepares to host the upcoming Green Home Festival, the CICV says that the results of a recent survey show that there is “very real appetite for change” among Scottish homeowners looking to make their homes more eco-friendly. The team behind the week-long renewables jamboree have welcomed a new poll by environment organisation WWF […]
First shows confirmed and tickets now available for Green Home Festival
The first four shows have been confirmed for the 2023 Green Home Festival, with tickets now available for the free week-long event in Edinburgh.
National Association of Shopfitters welcomed as latest CICV member
The Construction Industry Collective Voice has welcomed the National Association of Shopfitters as its 29th member
CICV offers Best Practice Guide and webinar to help with cashflow
The CICV has followed up the results of its recent payments survey by issuing a new Best Practice Guide to help contractors and sub-contractors improve cashflow and prevent costly and damaging disputes.
Industry still blighted by serious payment issues, CICV survey reveals
Construction businesses in Scotland are still suffering the scourge of late payments, outstanding retentions and unexpected charges, a new survey by the CICV has revealed. Some 68% of respondents to our poll said their payment terms were altered negatively, with 60% claiming adjustments to payments were made with little or no explanation. And 69% of […]
Forum changes name to Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV)
After nearly two years dedicated to steering the Scottish building sector through the worst crisis in its history, the Forum has changed its name to reflect its expanded remit and ongoing collaborative vision for the future. The unique alliance of trade associations and professional bodies has been rebranded as the Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV), […]
Forum’s work recognised by MSPs in Scottish Parliament motion
Members of the Scottish Parliament from all the main parties have paid a remarkable tribute to the ongoing work of the CICV Forum as the unique collective continues to support the recovery of the country’s construction sector. MSPs from the SNP, Conservatives, Labour and Liberal Democrats have backed a motion tabled by Labour politician Monica […]
New video issues safety reminders as restrictions are relaxed
The CICV Forum has issued another in its series of engaging advice videos, reminding workers how to keep themselves and others safe as the COVID-19 restrictions are relaxed. The 90-second animation is the latest in a string of easy-to-follow Forum films designed to help construction workers protect themselves and their colleagues, customers and families after […]
Forum issues new guidance and urges caution over easing of restrictions
As Scotland moves towards further easing of restrictions, the CICV Forum has issued more timely guidance and sounded a cautionary note, urging the sector to keep its focus on health and safety to protect colleagues, customers and families. The unique collaboration says the sector is “not out of the woods yet” and, with COVID-19 still […]
New Forum guide offers advice on professional indemnity insurance
In its latest initiative as a major voice within the Scottish construction sector, the CICV Forum has unveiled a new guide to the crucial and increasingly complex issue of professional indemnity insurance (PII). The easy-to-understand downloadable document, produced by the Forum’s unique collaboration of trade associations, professional bodies, companies and individuals, outlines the state of […]
Minister for Construction among proposals in Forum manifesto
In an unprecedented show of co-operation, commitment and collaboration, the construction industry in Scotland has come together to issue its first-ever manifesto detailing the crucial steps which need to be taken to secure a viable and sustainable future for the sector. Acting through the CICV Forum, a comprehensive range of trade associations, professional bodies, companies […]
Forum members reveal Christmas wishes for 2021
Cooperation and collaboration, greater worker welfare and a top-to-bottom revolution of the construction sector are all top of the Christmas wish-list for members of the CICV Forum. With a year of massive and unprecedented upheaval drawing to a close, we asked our 100-plus members to reveal their greatest wishes for 2021 – with the answers […]
New travel animation helps keep sector moving safely
The CICV Forum has released the latest in its series of engaging COVID-19 animations – this time offering essential advice on how workers should travel to and from work safely. Produced in response to sector feedback, the latest guidance outlines a range of practical measures that contractors can follow to protect themselves and help prevent […]
Employment webinars will advise on redundancy and Job Support Scheme
With the effects of COVID-19 beginning to impact businesses across Scotland, the CICV Forum is hosting two new webinars to advise and answer questions on redundancy, restructuring and other urgent employment issues. The UK Government’s new Job Support Scheme will also be on the agenda at the online discussions, which will again be hosted by […]
Forum praises HMRC, but says real test is still to come
The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has hailed the “speed and efficiency” of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme rollout – but says the real test will be if all claims are paid on time. The specialist body said the successful launch by HMRC last week could provide a “vital lifeline” to companies across the country. […]
CICV Forum issues clear guidance on working practices
The newly-established Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has taken immediate action to provide clarity for the sector in Scotland. The group – which represents most professional construction bodies in Scotland – took action following advice from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon earlier this week that all building sites with the exception of any hospital work should close. Concerned about conflicting […]
New forum calls for urgent action to protect industry
A new forum of respected construction bodies has suggested a number of simple actions that the Scottish Government could introduce immediately to help with cashflow and protect jobs against the “crippling” background of coronavirus. The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum – which represents the majority of contractor business in Scotland – has sent a joint letter to […]