UK construction output rose 0.5% in March, but Q1 showed no growth due to planning and labor issues.

UK construction output grew by 0.5% in March 2025, with gains in new work and repair activity, particularly in private housing and infrastructure. Despite a surge in new orders by 26.6% in Q1, overall Q1 output was flat compared to the end of 2024. The industry faces ongoing challenges like planning bottlenecks and labor shortages, with potential long-term clarity expected from the upcoming Spending Review.