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COVID-19 self-isolation guidance
VGC's processes for if you need to self-isolate - if you feel sick or unwell, watch our one-minute video to see what to do.
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COVID-19 coronavirus: guidance for staff on absence reporting and entitlement to statutory sick pay (SSP) if you are ill or asked to self-isolate.
Read article about “ COVID-19 absence reporting and sick pay (SSP) ”Martyn Price to judge the Balfour Beatty Brathay Apprentice Challenge
Workforce development manager Martyn Price MBE is one of the judges in the Balfour Beatty Brathay Apprentice Challenge on Tuesday 8 Sept.
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Earthworks ganger Aaron Strovers received an award from client BBV for his safety-cautious approach on the M4 smart motorway works.
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Sellafield carpenter Benjamin Moore has completed his Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Wood Operations, gaining his NVQ.
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We are re-opening offices fully for all staff from 1 September 2020. We have new control measures to ensure our offices are safe places to work.
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We held our first ever online staff update meeting in August, with staff joining on MS Teams from around the country.
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Criminals are exploiting the coronavirus outbreak - UK citizens have lost over £7 million to coronavirus-related scams. Here are some of the latest.
Read article about “ Beware of coronavirus scams ”Hobbies, music and nature make you happier
Research results show that taking up a hobby, being outside close to nature, and listening to music can all help make people happier.
Read article about “ Hobbies, music and nature make you happier ”Construction Leadership Council site operating procedures
The Construction Leadership Council has set out new site operating procedures to keep construction sites operational wherever it is practical and safe.
Read article about “ Construction Leadership Council site operating procedures ”Safe working during coronavirus – overview
Safe working information for all VGC staff working during coronavirus - to keep yourself, your colleagues and your family safe.
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Thank you to everyone who has sent in photographs of what they are doing during the coronavirus outbreak - please keep them coming.
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