Pragmatic Newsletter — Winter 2025/2026

We’re pleased to share the latest edition of the Pragmatic Consulting Newsletter, packed with updates, insights, and industry news to support teams across the construction and utilities sectors as we move into 2026.

This edition explores key themes shaping the year ahead, including workforce development, emerging training needs, and the latest performance trends across the industry. We’ve included updates on our expanded open-date courses, recent price reductions, and new areas of flexibility introduced in response to client feedback.

You’ll also find an overview of our charity fundraising progress for The Myton Hospices, as well as a short update following our attendance at the National Living Wage Week event in Birmingham.

What’s Inside This Issue:

• People – Developing the Next Generation of Site Managers
An in-depth look at why structured training and competency development are becoming essential for future site leaders.

• Knowledge – Skills the Industry Will Need in 2026
A summary of the latest workforce insights and the top training priorities emerging across construction and utilities.

• Performance – The State of UK Construction Going Into 2026
A news-style analysis of national output trends, sector forecasts, and the challenges shaping industry performance.

• Pragmatic Consulting Updates
– Expanded open-date courses including SHEA, 18th Edition, and SCO
– Reduced training prices to improve accessibility
– Myton Hospices fundraising update
– National Living Wage accreditation news

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