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Papers by Andrew Caplan

People and culture in …, 2007

Abstract Despite no lack of interest in work in the construction industry, minority ethnic people... more Abstract Despite no lack of interest in work in the construction industry, minority ethnic people are significantly under-represented as employees and particularly in senior posts. In part this is reflective of industry as a whole and certain 'traditional'industries in particular, ...

Construction Management and Economics, 2005

Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within ... more Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within it a small core of minority ethnic (ME) professionals who are becoming well organized and articulate within their professions. Based on a foundation of research conducted for the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and more recent work for the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment

Construction Management and Economics, 2005

This study follows on from a detailed research project completed in 1999, which examined the natu... more This study follows on from a detailed research project completed in 1999, which examined the nature and extent of the under-representation of black and Asian people in the construction industry. It derives from one of the key recommendations which emerged from the project, namely the identification of the loss to the industry of black and Asian college and university trainees. The aim of the research was to identify reasons for the loss to the industry and barriers to progression once in the industry for trainees and graduates who are suitably qualified for the construction sector. The specific objectives were:
To identify any differences in the experiences and the outcomes for black and Asian people, as opposed to white people, in moving into employment in the construction industry.
To make recommendations aimed at addressing any discrepancies leading to loss from the industry of black and Asian people.

The Centre for Ethnic Minority Studies, at Royal Holloway, University of London, evaluated the im... more The Centre for Ethnic Minority Studies, at Royal Holloway, University of London, evaluated the impact of HMD and made recommendations where required to improve the impact and relevance of HMD. The research involved a variety of voices from many communities within the UK and witnessed a variety of HMD commemorations in order to get a better understanding of the nature, content and impact of local events upon the communities where they occur. The Report confirmed the widespread support for HMD.

The Diversity in Employment Staff Survey was designed and carried out with the aim of improving p... more The Diversity in Employment Staff Survey was designed and carried out with the aim of improving policy and advancing diversity practices within the University of Bath. The information generated by this survey is to inform a set of recommendations to the University for future measures and benchmarks by which the University will be able to measure its progress towards achieving equality and diversity in employment.

This report arises from an equalities audit commissioned by the Education Department of Westminst... more This report arises from an equalities audit commissioned by the Education Department of Westminster City Council for the purpose of developing an Education Action Plan in response to the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry's Macpherson Report, which makes four recommendations (numbers 67-70) that have a bearing on the work of the Council as a local education authority (LEA).

Baseline study for RENAISA community renewal agency at the behest of the Society of Black Lawyers... more Baseline study for RENAISA community renewal agency at the behest of the Society of Black Lawyers on the feasibility of establishing a 'Community Courthouse' in the north-east quadrant of London.

Construction …, Jan 1, 2005

Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within ... more Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within it a small core of minority ethnic (ME) professionals who are becoming well organized and articulate within their professions. Based on a foundation of research conducted for the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and more recent work for the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) by the Centre for Ethnic Minority Studies (CEMS, Royal Holloway, University of London), this paper describes and analyses the factors that have enabled this group to enter the industry and, in some cases, to prosper. Implicit in the analysis is a critique of those structural and cultural factors that have prevented others from following their career aims, and of the failure of the industry more generally to be inclusive and diversify its workforce. The discussion draws upon interviews with ME professionals, students, lecturers and employers working in Britain in construction, engineering, architecture, surveying, planning and urban and landscape design to exemplify the key areas of access, support, development and progression in the industry, and to present a clear and rounded picture of what it takes to succeed as a ME professional in the BEPs today.

People and culture in …, Jan 1, 2007

Despite no lack of interest in work by the construction industry, ethnic minorities are significa... more Despite no lack of interest in work by the construction industry, ethnic minorities are significantly under-represented as employees and, in particular, in senior posts. In part this is reflective of industry as a whole and certain 'traditional' industries in particular, and not only in this country. This paper, based on four research projects conducted over the last five years, examines the structural reasons for this underrepresentation, barriers within education and training, and discriminatory practices which reduce opportunities for work. It suggests that the traditional culture and fragmented nature of the industry has been largely responsible for the industry escaping the kind of scrutiny to which other sectors have been subjected. However, there are encouraging signs that the industry is responding to societal pressures for inclusivity as well as addressing the shortfalls in essential industrial skills, which should mean an increasing utilization of the skills that the ethnic minority population can bring to construction.

unpublished Ph. D. dissertation, University of London, Jan 1, 1971

London (RHUL) Ph.D. thesis which examines British policy towards Ethiopia during a period of cons... more London (RHUL) Ph.D. thesis which examines British policy towards Ethiopia during a period of considerable internal political instability and international conflict. It observes the rise of Tafari Makonnen and the imperial rivalries of France, Italy and the United Kingdom over influence in the Horn of Africa, and examines the theme of the Nile in the development of imperial and foreign policy in this area and the wider Middle East.

People and culture in …, 2007

Abstract Despite no lack of interest in work in the construction industry, minority ethnic people... more Abstract Despite no lack of interest in work in the construction industry, minority ethnic people are significantly under-represented as employees and particularly in senior posts. In part this is reflective of industry as a whole and certain 'traditional'industries in particular, ...

Construction Management and Economics, 2005

Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within ... more Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within it a small core of minority ethnic (ME) professionals who are becoming well organized and articulate within their professions. Based on a foundation of research conducted for the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and more recent work for the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment

Construction Management and Economics, 2005

This study follows on from a detailed research project completed in 1999, which examined the natu... more This study follows on from a detailed research project completed in 1999, which examined the nature and extent of the under-representation of black and Asian people in the construction industry. It derives from one of the key recommendations which emerged from the project, namely the identification of the loss to the industry of black and Asian college and university trainees. The aim of the research was to identify reasons for the loss to the industry and barriers to progression once in the industry for trainees and graduates who are suitably qualified for the construction sector. The specific objectives were:
To identify any differences in the experiences and the outcomes for black and Asian people, as opposed to white people, in moving into employment in the construction industry.
To make recommendations aimed at addressing any discrepancies leading to loss from the industry of black and Asian people.

The Centre for Ethnic Minority Studies, at Royal Holloway, University of London, evaluated the im... more The Centre for Ethnic Minority Studies, at Royal Holloway, University of London, evaluated the impact of HMD and made recommendations where required to improve the impact and relevance of HMD. The research involved a variety of voices from many communities within the UK and witnessed a variety of HMD commemorations in order to get a better understanding of the nature, content and impact of local events upon the communities where they occur. The Report confirmed the widespread support for HMD.

The Diversity in Employment Staff Survey was designed and carried out with the aim of improving p... more The Diversity in Employment Staff Survey was designed and carried out with the aim of improving policy and advancing diversity practices within the University of Bath. The information generated by this survey is to inform a set of recommendations to the University for future measures and benchmarks by which the University will be able to measure its progress towards achieving equality and diversity in employment.

This report arises from an equalities audit commissioned by the Education Department of Westminst... more This report arises from an equalities audit commissioned by the Education Department of Westminster City Council for the purpose of developing an Education Action Plan in response to the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry's Macpherson Report, which makes four recommendations (numbers 67-70) that have a bearing on the work of the Council as a local education authority (LEA).

Baseline study for RENAISA community renewal agency at the behest of the Society of Black Lawyers... more Baseline study for RENAISA community renewal agency at the behest of the Society of Black Lawyers on the feasibility of establishing a 'Community Courthouse' in the north-east quadrant of London.

Construction …, Jan 1, 2005

Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within ... more Despite domination of the built environment professions (BEPs) by white men, there exists within it a small core of minority ethnic (ME) professionals who are becoming well organized and articulate within their professions. Based on a foundation of research conducted for the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and more recent work for the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) by the Centre for Ethnic Minority Studies (CEMS, Royal Holloway, University of London), this paper describes and analyses the factors that have enabled this group to enter the industry and, in some cases, to prosper. Implicit in the analysis is a critique of those structural and cultural factors that have prevented others from following their career aims, and of the failure of the industry more generally to be inclusive and diversify its workforce. The discussion draws upon interviews with ME professionals, students, lecturers and employers working in Britain in construction, engineering, architecture, surveying, planning and urban and landscape design to exemplify the key areas of access, support, development and progression in the industry, and to present a clear and rounded picture of what it takes to succeed as a ME professional in the BEPs today.

People and culture in …, Jan 1, 2007

Despite no lack of interest in work by the construction industry, ethnic minorities are significa... more Despite no lack of interest in work by the construction industry, ethnic minorities are significantly under-represented as employees and, in particular, in senior posts. In part this is reflective of industry as a whole and certain 'traditional' industries in particular, and not only in this country. This paper, based on four research projects conducted over the last five years, examines the structural reasons for this underrepresentation, barriers within education and training, and discriminatory practices which reduce opportunities for work. It suggests that the traditional culture and fragmented nature of the industry has been largely responsible for the industry escaping the kind of scrutiny to which other sectors have been subjected. However, there are encouraging signs that the industry is responding to societal pressures for inclusivity as well as addressing the shortfalls in essential industrial skills, which should mean an increasing utilization of the skills that the ethnic minority population can bring to construction.

unpublished Ph. D. dissertation, University of London, Jan 1, 1971

London (RHUL) Ph.D. thesis which examines British policy towards Ethiopia during a period of cons... more London (RHUL) Ph.D. thesis which examines British policy towards Ethiopia during a period of considerable internal political instability and international conflict. It observes the rise of Tafari Makonnen and the imperial rivalries of France, Italy and the United Kingdom over influence in the Horn of Africa, and examines the theme of the Nile in the development of imperial and foreign policy in this area and the wider Middle East.