Will Robots Replace Builders? The Future of Construction, Apprenticeships & the Next Generation of Tradespeople

The Clive Holland Show

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Friday, 5 June 2026 - 26 minutes

The future of construction takes centre stage in this week's episode of Clive’s Little Bit Extra! 🤖 Clive chats to Richard Green (Greeny) from GSQ Brickwork after he got a first-hand look at the latest robot bricklaying technology, discussing what construction robots can do, how automation is changing the industry, and whether machines could ever replace skilled tradespeople on site.👷‍♂️ Plus, 19-year-old electrician and business owner Nathan Sheridan joins the show to talk about the UK's youth unemployment crisis and what the future looks like from his perspective!📱 We also hear from listeners on the industry's skills shortage, work ethic, and whether technology and young talent can work together to solve construction's biggest challenges.🧠 And you don't want to miss Noel the Builder's answers at the Pod Lunch Quiz! 👉 Subscribe to Clive’s Little Bit Extra for more construction industry insights, trade news, apprenticeships, technology, and discussions affecting builders, electricians, plumbers, and tradespeople across the UK.Catch Clive on Fix Radio weekdays from 12–3.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/ 

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