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Construction output shows slight summer growth despite ongoing challenges
by Jennie Ward|23 October 25|Build, Statistics, Supply
Total construction output grew by 0.3% in the three months to August 2025, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), reflecting a modest improvement despite continued volatility across the wider construction industry. Over the same period, UK GDP also increased slightly, suggesting that while growth...
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UK timber imports dip slightly, with engineered wood showing strong growth
by Jennie Ward|07 September 25|Statistics, Supply
Timber and panel product imports saw a slight decrease in volumes during the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, the latest Timber Development UK (TDUK) statistics show. Total imports reached 4.76 million m³ in the first six months of 2025, down 2.9% from 4.90 million...
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Construction statistics show output falling in May
by Jennie Ward|11 July 25|Build, Statistics, Supply
The UK’s construction sector faltered in May 2025, with output falling by 0.6%, marking the first decline after three months of consecutive growth, according to figures released today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The downturn was driven by a 2.1% fall in repair and maintenance work, overshadowing a...
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CMA releases report on house building
UK construction output rises in April despite wider economic challenges
by Jennie Ward|12 June 25|Build, Supply
Construction output in Great Britain rose for the third consecutive month in April 2025, according to the latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Monthly output increased by 0.9% in volume terms, driven by growth in new build work and a modest uplift in repair and maintenance....
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