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Language: English Series: Construction News ; (6940) 27 October 2005, 16(1)Publication details: 2005Subject(s): Summary: Reports on fears that the UK economy may be heading into recession, and the possible impact on the construction industry. Much of the sector is dependent on publicly funded or PFI projects, and any cuts in public spending would therefore have a significant impact. Increases in taxes would effect smaller firms which are reliant on spending by homeowners. There are already signs of a slowdown in growth in the sector. Examines key indicators on output and orders, and latest findings from the NHBC, RICS, CIPS, FMB and joint industry trade survey.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L131531 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 131531-1001 |
Reports on fears that the UK economy may be heading into recession, and the possible impact on the construction industry. Much of the sector is dependent on publicly funded or PFI projects, and any cuts in public spending would therefore have a significant impact. Increases in taxes would effect smaller firms which are reliant on spending by homeowners. There are already signs of a slowdown in growth in the sector. Examines key indicators on output and orders, and latest findings from the NHBC, RICS, CIPS, FMB and joint industry trade survey.