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Building up to the games

By: Language: English Series: QS Week ; (28) 2 November 2005 12-13(2)Publication details: 2005Subject(s): Summary: Examines the likely impact on the construction industry of infrastructure development in connection with the 2012 Olympic Games. Estimates that although only a minimal increase in output will be required by the building sector, construction output growth in Greater London will need to rise by 45 per cent. Warns that skill shortages may lead to labour migration into the South East, with a consequent knock-on effect on projects in other parts of the UK. Tables. Graphs.

Examines the likely impact on the construction industry of infrastructure development in connection with the 2012 Olympic Games. Estimates that although only a minimal increase in output will be required by the building sector, construction output growth in Greater London will need to rise by 45 per cent. Warns that skill shortages may lead to labour migration into the South East, with a consequent knock-on effect on projects in other parts of the UK. Tables. Graphs.