Paul Brothwood

Paul Brothwood discussing leadership, sustainability and operational performance Paul Brothwood is a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), sustainability leader and operations manager with interests in leadership, ISO systems, motorcycle travel and operational improvement. Health and safety are now central to construction, but it can still be seen as just a compliance exercise—"Have we ticked all the boxes?" "Is everyone up to date on the latest regulations?" While this approach is important, I think we're missing an opportunity to go further. What if we started seeing health and safety not as a checklist but as an ongoing effort that adds real value to both our business and the people on-site? This is where rethinking our processes comes in. It’s about taking a hard look at how things are done, cutting out inefficiencies, and finding better ways. In my role as Chief Operating Officer at T Newman Ltd, I’ve seen firsthand how this mindset can transform operations. I...

Paul Brothwood comparing two very different motorcycles, the Suzuki Hayabusa and Harley-Davidson Road Glide ST, through the lens of long-distance riding and ownership experience. Paul Brothwood has travelled extensively across Europe and the USA by motorcycle, riding everything from sports bikes to touring machines. In this article, Paul reflects on two iconic motorcycles and how they suit very different styles of riding. I’ve spent a lot of time around motorcycles, and when it comes to iconic bikes, the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide and the Suzuki 25th Anniversary Hayabusa are in a league of their own. These two machines represent the best of two very different worlds — long-distance cruising versus high-speed performance. But as different as they are, each bike has its strengths and weaknesses. Let’s take a closer look at what makes them stand out — and where they might leave something to be desired. The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide is the pinnacle of long-distance touring luxury,...

As Chief Operating Officer of T Newman Ltd, a scaffolding and roofing company, I'm excited to share the steps we're taking to bring more women into our growing team. The construction industry has traditionally been male-dominated, but it offers great opportunities for women, and it's important that we break down barriers and create an environment where everyone feels welcome to contribute. We believe diversity is a strength. It brings fresh ideas and solutions, which are essential in a sector that values problem-solving. To achieve this, we've changed our recruitment processes to encourage gender diversity and inclusivity. Reviewing our recruitment practices One of the first steps we took was to redesign our recruitment process to make it more accessible and appealing to women. Historically, job descriptions in construction have used language that may not attract female candidates. To address this, we revised all job postings to use gender-neutral language and focused o...