The Grenfell Inquiry reveals the urgent need for a culture change in construction
WATES IN THE NEWS
Sir James Wates CBE reflects on the Grenfell Inquiry, and how contractors need to not only focus on improving quality but on bringing about a complete change in culture, where empathy with a building’s end users, better collaboration and communication are favoured over confrontation and cutting corners.
How the pandemic could be ‘positive’ for the construction sector
WATES IN THE NEWS
Wates Chief Executive David Allen speaks to Construction News about how the industry has pulled together during the pandemic enhancing its reputation in society.
Making our HQ office Covid-secure
VIDEO
Using a simple five-step plan, our Wates FM specialists explain the changes introduced at our Leatherhead HQ office in preparation for colleagues’ safe return to the office.
Wates Group credentials 2020
PUBLICATION
Together with everyone involved in what we do, we aim to inspire better ways of creating the places, communities and businesses of tomorrow. Find out more in the 2019 Group credentials.
2019 Annual Accounts and Reports
PUBLICATION
2019 was a positive year for the Wates Group in a challenging market. Find out more in our 2019 Annual Reports and Accounts.
Shining a light on the impact our work is having on society.
WATES IN THE NEWS
Su Pickerill, Group Community Investment Manager, and John Dunne, Group SHEQ Director, were among the social value specialists featured in a Building magazine article: ‘Delivering social value: How to build and give back’,
Sustainable Business: How electric vehicles can help meet a net-zero carbon commitment.
WATES IN THE NEWS
Wates Sustainability Director, John Dunne was interviewed by Matt Mace from leading sustainability media title, edie.net, as part of a series of sustainable business podcasts.
What's ahead for Construction in 2020
WATES IN THE NEWS
Building.co.uk interviews industry leaders about what is ahead for Construction in 2020. Sir James Wates, Chairman of Wates Group, was among those featured and remarks that he is approaching 2020 with great optimism.
Seeking gender balance: culture change
WATES IN THE NEWS
Nikunj Upadhyay, Head of Diversity and Inclusion, was interviewed about how company culture, flexible working and the right environment can be a catalyst for change.
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