Construction is one of the most demanding industries in the UK. Long hours, physical strain, financial pressure, time away from family these are everyday realities for the people who build and maintain Britain's infrastructure. Yet for too long, the conversation around mental health in construction has been missing from the industry's agenda. This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're putting the facts front and centre. Because the numbers tell a story that deserves to be heard

Australia is racing toward the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, but a growing skills shortage could threaten delivery. With rising demand for construction workers, engineers, and trades, the question is no longer what needs to be built—but who will build it.

Local residents in Suffolk are securing construction jobs through a targeted Skills Bootcamp delivered by Engage Train Support and CarmichaelUK. The programme provides industry-recognised qualifications, confidence building and guaranteed interviews, helping connect local talent directly with employment opportunities on the Sizewell C project.