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Launch of Research at a House of Lords Reception
Annie as Chair of the FMB Training Group is in discussions with a representative from CITB as to ways to improve skills training.
This was one of the challenges identified in the research report undertaken by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) to explore the economic value of SME housebuilders.
The recently research report is entitled 'Supporting SME Housebuilders - Challenges and Opportunities'.
December 2024
This was one of the challenges identified in the research report undertaken by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) to explore the economic value of SME housebuilders.
The recently research report is entitled 'Supporting SME Housebuilders - Challenges and Opportunities'.
December 2024
More SME housebuilders needed
Annie joined FMB colleagues at the House of Commons to join the discussions concerning the reasons for the dwindling number of houses being built by SMEs.
Representing London members and as Chair of the Training Group, Annie is keen to see that we have a skilled workforce ready to support SMEs reverse the trend which has shown the number dwindle from 40% in the late 1980s to only 10% of new homes today.
October 2024
Representing London members and as Chair of the Training Group, Annie is keen to see that we have a skilled workforce ready to support SMEs reverse the trend which has shown the number dwindle from 40% in the late 1980s to only 10% of new homes today.
October 2024
Speaking to Construction Minsiter
Lukasz speaking to Lee Rowley, Construction Minister about many of the issues facing SME housebuilders in London.
The Minister was really interested in both the opportunites and the challenges that Kisiel Group are facing. Following some really good discussions, he is taking this back to the Department so that they can continue to build a really strong construction sector in the country for the long term.
Featured on the front cover of the August-September 2022 issue of Master Builder magazine.
The Minister was really interested in both the opportunites and the challenges that Kisiel Group are facing. Following some really good discussions, he is taking this back to the Department so that they can continue to build a really strong construction sector in the country for the long term.
Featured on the front cover of the August-September 2022 issue of Master Builder magazine.
Attending 'The Green Homes Revolution' conference
Questioning some of the industry assumptions about the skills needs of the industry, Annie poses a question to one of the speakers.
July 2022
July 2022
Construction Minister visits Ealing site
Lee Rowley, MP, visits our site in Ealing to learn more about the opportunities and challenges from the viewpoint of a SME construction company.
Kisiel Group hosted the Construction Minister and Brian Berry, CEO of the Federation of Master Builders.
During the tour of the site, a range of topics were discussed and Lee Rowley will be taking all he learnt back to the Department so that "we can continue to build a really strong construction sector in our country for the long term".
Photo: Graham Martin Photography
May 2022
Kisiel Group hosted the Construction Minister and Brian Berry, CEO of the Federation of Master Builders.
During the tour of the site, a range of topics were discussed and Lee Rowley will be taking all he learnt back to the Department so that "we can continue to build a really strong construction sector in our country for the long term".
Photo: Graham Martin Photography
May 2022
Joining industry colleagues at the House of Lords Reception
Lukasz and Annie in discussions with Arthur McArdle, Past President of the Federation of Master Builders.
On the terrace of the House of Lords, it was an opportunity to chat about current issues that builders are facing within the industry.
September 2022
On the terrace of the House of Lords, it was an opportunity to chat about current issues that builders are facing within the industry.
September 2022
BBC News live commenting on latest PMI figures
Live on BBC Business News this morning, Annie comments on the latest statistics showing that figures fell below market expectations, the first drop since March 2018.
Brexit was creating business uncertainty, rising costs in materials, and a skills shortage have all had an impact on the statistics.
March 2019
Brexit was creating business uncertainty, rising costs in materials, and a skills shortage have all had an impact on the statistics.
March 2019
Back at No 10 Downing Street
Meeting with senior advisors from four government departments, Annie was encouraged that they were keen to understand the direct impact that some of their poicy decisions would have on the SME building sites around the country.
Topics included boosting the skills base, responding to the Migration Advisory Committee's recommendations and future proposals to introduce licensing to the UK construction sector.
November 2018
Topics included boosting the skills base, responding to the Migration Advisory Committee's recommendations and future proposals to introduce licensing to the UK construction sector.
November 2018
Live on BBC Business News
The launch of key findings by the Federation of Master Builders coincided with exactly one year until Brexit.
As a Master Builder and Director at Kisiel Group, Annie was well placed to answer questions on the impact of Brexit on the construction industry.
March 2018
As a Master Builder and Director at Kisiel Group, Annie was well placed to answer questions on the impact of Brexit on the construction industry.
March 2018
Meeting at No 10 Downing Street
Meeting with the Prime Minister's Skills Advisor, Hannah Cook, was an opportunity to express the views of SMEs within the construction industry.
Topics covered were the current construction skills shortage, apprenticeship standards, T-levels, retraining those from other professions, and the post Brexit immigration system.
Annie keenly expressed ways in which the impact of the skills shortage in the industry could be reduced, in order to facilitate meeting the challenge of the government target for building new homes.
March 2018
Topics covered were the current construction skills shortage, apprenticeship standards, T-levels, retraining those from other professions, and the post Brexit immigration system.
Annie keenly expressed ways in which the impact of the skills shortage in the industry could be reduced, in order to facilitate meeting the challenge of the government target for building new homes.
March 2018
Launch of the 'Homes on our High Streets' Report
Back at the House of Lords, Lukasz is supporting the launch of the Federation of Master Builders Report - 'Homes on our High Streets'.
Hosted by Baroness Maddock, the event had cross party support, with speeches by Sajid Javid MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, and John Healey MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing.
Lukasz uses the opportunity to promote how SMEs can help to play a part in the construction of more much needed homes in the local community.
December 2017
Hosted by Baroness Maddock, the event had cross party support, with speeches by Sajid Javid MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, and John Healey MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing.
Lukasz uses the opportunity to promote how SMEs can help to play a part in the construction of more much needed homes in the local community.
December 2017
Meeting at the Bank of England
Joining round table discussions at the Bank of England on the topic of business insurance, Annie gave feedback on the SME perspective within the construction industry.
February 2018
February 2018
BEIS Consults with SMEs
Annie joins discussions at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
Annie voiced views and concerns ahead of a consultation deadline for Retention Payments in Construction and changes to the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act. BEIS were keen to seek SME views prior to the deadline.
January 2018
Annie voiced views and concerns ahead of a consultation deadline for Retention Payments in Construction and changes to the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act. BEIS were keen to seek SME views prior to the deadline.
January 2018
Talking to MPs at the House of Lords
Lukasz joins other Master Builders for a House of Lords Reception to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Federation of Master Builders. It is an opportunity to speak to MPs and industry colleagues about current matters impacting SMEs in construction.
July 2016
July 2016
Promoting excellence in construction
Taking time out of a working day to promote quality in construction, Lukasz and Annie support the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) at their stand at Excel. Speaking to visitors at the Homebuilding and Renovating Show, they share their expertise, giving advice on building projects.
September 2015
September 2015
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