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Advice for construction companies hiring labour directly.

Labour-Only Subcontracting: How It Works and How to Run It

Labour-only subcontracting in UK construction explained: who directs the work, CIS, status and insurance, plus how to vet workers and approve hours.

12 November 2026

Site Worker Communication: A Practical Guide for Managers

How to brief site workers, check they understood, handle changes and keep two-way communication going, with UK HSE guidance and a way to tie it to hours.

11 November 2026

Bricklayer Pay Rates in the UK: Hourly, Daily and Per 1,000 Bricks

What UK bricklayers earn by the hour, day, year and per 1,000 bricks, plus the on-costs and checks employers need before hiring or engaging one.

10 November 2026

Construction Timekeeping: Records, Rules and Digital Options

How to do construction timekeeping in the UK: what to record, the working time and CIS rules, and how to move from paper to digital timesheets.

9 November 2026