The Build Network UK 
“In the first episode of The Opinion Piece four-part series, Andy sits down with Mark Reynolds to discuss the current landscape of the construction industry and the major shifts that lie ahead. Starting with the Phase 2 Grenfell Report, they explore how its findings are shaping changes to improve safety and accountability in construction.
Mark addresses some of the pressing challenges still facing the industry, from sourcing products post-Brexit to managing the complex dynamics of construction leadership councils. They dive into the financial strain of long payment cycles, with some contractors waiting over 180 days to get paid—a burden that’s only adding pressure to the sector.
They also discuss the ambitious goal of net zero by 2050, which requires 3,500 new homes a day to be built. Mark explains the real barriers holding back this progress and the critical role that micro SMEs—the backbone of the industry—play in reaching these goals, and what needs to be done to support them.
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