RICS construction market survey second quarter 2006
Language: English Series: RICS Construction Market Survey United Kingdom ; Second Quarter 2006Publication details: London RICS 2006Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: The latest construction market survey from RICS reveals growth in construction output for the third consecutive quarter, despite a slowdown in the private house building sector. Strongest activity is in the commercial and infrastructure sectors. Skills shortages are becoming evident, including a severe shortage of surveyors and other construction professionals; cost pressures also remain strong, due to high energy and raw material prices. Confidence in the future remains high, boosted by the continuing overall economic recovery.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 134158-1001 |
The latest construction market survey from RICS reveals growth in construction output for the third consecutive quarter, despite a slowdown in the private house building sector. Strongest activity is in the commercial and infrastructure sectors. Skills shortages are becoming evident, including a severe shortage of surveyors and other construction professionals; cost pressures also remain strong, due to high energy and raw material prices. Confidence in the future remains high, boosted by the continuing overall economic recovery.