Builders insulated from the worst of economic decline

While the economy is apparently going to the dogs and even above-averagely paid people are reportedly having to resort to foodbanks to survive, your average local builder seems to be doing fine thanks.

Heavy material sales slow as starts decline

The Construction Products Association’s latest state of trade survey indicates growth for sales of light building products but a decline for heavy materials like bricks and concrete.

Building bosses want more immigration

The latest state of trade survey from the Federation of Master Builders reveals support among business owners for a relaxation of immigration laws.

Confidence remains high among the trades

Britain’s tradespeople remain confident of demand for the services remaining high, despite rising prices and the cost of living crisis.

Material suppliers expect prices to rise over next 12 months

Nine out of 10 material suppliers expect costs to increase further over the next 12 months, according to the Construction Products Association. In its latest State of Trade Survey, 87 per cent of heavy side manufacturers – producing items such as cement, blocks and concrete… The post Material suppliers expect prices to rise over next 12 months appeared first on Construction News.