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The 2026 Regulatory Pivot: Enforcing Better Practice On Construction Recruitment Agencies

As of April 2026, the Joint & Several Liability (JSL) legislations will mean if you’re using a recruitment agency or umbrella company that doesn’t prioritise…

How to Protect Your Construction Pay. What Every Worker Should Know

Construction pay is a murky issue. Many tradespeople experience frustrations over late payments, and confusing employment status. Whether you’re an electrician, plumber, pipefitter, or mechanical…

The Impact of New UK Government Legislation on Compliance within Construction Recruitment

The new UK government legislation will have a significant impact on compliance within construction recruitment. With the introduction of the Finance Bill 2025 – 2026…

What does increasing scrutiny on recruitment practices mean for my construction company?

The government holds substantial powers over your M&E construction company. Unless you’re dedicating time and resources to keep on top of recent changes, you might…

Prevent Potential Fines With a Compliant Construction Recruitment Process

Safeguard your business by making sure that your construction recruitment process is compliant. Why risk a costly fine and long-lasting reputational damage when you could…

Your definitive guide to finding the right mechanical and electrical recruitment agency

Our practical guide will give you the 5 questions you need to ask to find the right mechanical and electrical recruitment company for your construction…

Compliance Nightmares in Construction Recruitment: How to avoid costly mistakes

The ‘umbrella market’ is causing chaos for construction recruitment companies, and the government knows that something has to give. From April 2026, legislation will change…

What makes P.I.E.R Specialists in Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment?

P.I.E.R are experts in mechanical and electrical (M & E) recruitment. For almost two decades we’ve been supplying South Wales and the West with talented,…

Do you need a Mechanical and Electrical recruitment agency?

If you’re experienced in the construction industry, it might be tempting to think that you can cope without a mechanical and electrical recruitment agency. Even…

Wales Needs 11,000 More Construction Workers

The need for more construction workers in Wales – and the UK as a whole – is a trend that’s been gradually getting worse over…

Mechanical and Electrical Rates in South Wales (2024) – infographic

Are you finding it difficult to source the mechanical and electrical workers you need for your project? Does it feel as though there just aren’t…

Why is recruiting mechanical and electrical workers so tough?

It can be incredibly frustrating trying to find mechanical and electrical workers. At P.I.E.R, recruiting M&E workers for the construction industry is our bread and…

How can I build a team of reliable mechanical and electrical workers?

Mechanical and electrical workers are an essential part of your construction workforce. It’s crucial for our clients to source the right mechanical and electrical workers…

The top challenges in construction recruitment and how we overcome them

In 2023 there are a number of challenges facing our sector. A quick google will show you plenty of articles discussing the pitfalls of our…

Build a construction workforce that will stay the course

Change will be a key theme in construction over the next 5 years. Whether it’s going green, digitisation, a greater focus on employee wellbeing, or…

Is your construction workforce tax compliant?

Following earlier consultations, the government is now in the process of publishing a consultation that seeks to regulate and tackle non-compliance in umbrella companies relating…

Pier Consulting are now P.I.E.R

A new name for a new beginning: Pier Consulting are now Paul Ingram Employment & Recruitment Ltd. (P.I.E.R). Our name may have changed, but our…

What removing grandfather rights from CSCS cards means for you

You’ll already know that CSCS cards are a hot topic at the moment. But what do the changes mean for you, and how will it…

Why are GOOD construction workers so hard to find?

A number of factors have combined to create a ‘perfect storm’ within our sector. Now, it’s harder than ever before to find good construction workers….

How to Recruit the best Construction Workers in Wales

Good quality construction workers are the backbone of our industry.  With good construction workers, your business will grow. You can snap up new projects with…

Why is Compliance so important in construction recruitment?

Everyone in the construction sector should be aware of compliance legislation. Whether you’re a business that engages agency staff, you’re the agency that supplies construction…

Important Christmas 2022 And New Year Timesheet And Payment Deadlines

Holiday booking notice Christmas is fast approaching which means there will be shorter deadlines within the payroll department at P.I.E.R Ltd. Please find listed our…

What is the expected wage for a construction worker in the UK?

Construction worker wages can vary dramatically depending on your role within the sector, where you’re based, your level of experience, and of course, the agency…

Are Construction Wages in the UK increasing?

According to the 2022 contractors’ salary survey, ‘workers in every single category and sub-category of the construction profession saw their average wage go up at…