Industry welcomes new Government Chief Construction Adviser
THE Construction Industry Council (CIC) joined the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) this week in welcoming the appointment of Paul Morrell OBE as the first ever Chief Construction Adviser to Government, a new role which will help to bring industry and key decision-makers closer together.
One of Mr Morrell’s first tasks will be to take over the Innovation & Growth Team (IGT) strategic review of the sector. This was launched last September by Lord Mandelson with the appointment of Keith Clarke, chief executive of Atkins, as interim chairman.
Mr Clarke, who is also chairman of the CIC, said: ‘This is a tremendous appointment, both in the quality of the selected candidate and the fact that government sees such strategic leadership as a priority for the construction industry.
‘Paul Morrell’s considerable experience will prove a valuable asset in providing the vital bridge between government in its role as client, regulator and industry supporter, and the diverse construction and engineering community itself.
‘His appointment comes at a crucial time because government and industry is considering the improvements that need to be made to the UK’s major infrastructure to make sure it remains fit for purpose. It is therefore vital we have a roadmap for success and that there is someone making sure everyone follows it.’
One of Mr Morrell’s first tasks will be to take over the Innovation & Growth Team (IGT) strategic review of the sector. This was launched last September by Lord Mandelson with the appointment of Keith Clarke, chief executive of Atkins, as interim chairman.
Mr Clarke, who is also chairman of the CIC, said: ‘This is a tremendous appointment, both in the quality of the selected candidate and the fact that government sees such strategic leadership as a priority for the construction industry.
‘Paul Morrell’s considerable experience will prove a valuable asset in providing the vital bridge between government in its role as client, regulator and industry supporter, and the diverse construction and engineering community itself.
‘His appointment comes at a crucial time because government and industry is considering the improvements that need to be made to the UK’s major infrastructure to make sure it remains fit for purpose. It is therefore vital we have a roadmap for success and that there is someone making sure everyone follows it.’
