UK Construction Output Set to Grow Up to 4.5% in 2026
Despite a stagnant building materials market in early 2026, construction output is forecast to grow between 3.5% and 4.5%, driven by energy infrastructure and defence sector investment.
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Despite a stagnant building materials market in early 2026, construction output is forecast to grow between 3.5% and 4.5%, driven by energy infrastructure and defence sector investment.
A new Building Safety Levy takes effect from October 2026 for residential developments of 10+ dwellings, alongside tighter water efficiency rules and a push for a single construction regulator.