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– Establishment and Representation:
– Scottish Building Federation (SBF) represents employers in Scottish construction.
– Founded in 1895, headquartered in Edinburgh.
– Comprises 16 regional associations and around 700 companies.
– Aims to raise awareness of the construction industry’s importance in Scotland.
– Founding member of the Construction Alliance and represented on the Scottish Building Contracts Committee.

– Impact of Great Recession:
– In 2013, Scottish construction sector laid off 62,500 people since 2008.
– Total employment in the sector decreased to 172,700, the lowest since 2004.
– Highlighted the significant impact of the Great Recession on the industry.
– Demonstrated the challenges faced by the construction sector in Scotland.
– Emphasized the need for support and recovery strategies.

– Uncertainties Due to Brexit:
– In 2017, Scottish construction faced uncertainties due to Brexit.
– MD Vaughan Hart expressed concerns about the future outlook.
– Political and constitutional uncertainties made industry employers nervous.
– Stated that ongoing uncertainties were affecting the industry’s stability.
– Highlighted the need for clarity and stability for industry growth.

– Involvement in Industry Initiatives:
– SBF was one of the founders of the Construction Alliance.
– Actively participates in initiatives to support the construction industry.
– Representation on the Scottish Building Contracts Committee.
– Engaged in collaborative efforts to address industry challenges.
– Supports industry-wide initiatives for growth and development.

– References and Citations:
– Construction sector in Scotland lost 62,500 jobs since 2008.
– Source: Daily Record, May 2013.
– Scottish builders faced uncertainties according to a 2017 survey.
– Source: Press & Journal, March 2017.
– Emphasized the need for unity in the construction sector during the pandemic.
– Source: PBC Today, March 2020.