Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

Popular Topics
Explore By Region
UK construction growth forecast lowered to 1.7% in 2026 due to weak housing demand, rising costs, and falling confidence.
The UK construction sector's 2026 growth forecast has been cut to 1.7% from 2.8%, driven by weak housing demand, rising costs, and falling confidence.
Private housing output is expected to grow just 1.5%, while repairs and improvements may decline for a second year.
Infrastructure remains strong at 3.9% growth, but delays in HS2 and funding gaps threaten progress.
Rising tender prices, supply chain pressures, and economic uncertainty are straining firms, with some reporting declining profits.
Without policy support and improved confidence, growth will remain limited to public and energy projects.
7 Articles
El pronóstico de crecimiento de la construcción del Reino Unido se redujo al 1,7% en 2026 debido a la débil demanda de vivienda, el aumento de los costos y la caída de la confianza.