HVCA president Gareth Vaughan has urged the construction industry to back proposals published following a recent select committee investigation.

The report recommends use of project bank accounts and an end to retention clauses in public sector contracts.

“The overriding message contained in the report is that positive action is required if best practice is to be implemented throughout the construction sector,” said Vaughan. “Doing today what we did yesterday is simply not good enough.”

Vaughan also underlined a need for the government to incorporate the plans into its procurement strategies.

The speech was given at the HVCA president’s luncheon.

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Electrical and Mechanical Contractor