Construction output dropped to its lowest level since the COVID-19 lockdowns in the first quarter of 2026, with housing and commercial development both dropping back.
With the Iran war set to lead to another jump in construction costs, will the UK even get building again?
Join our economists at 3pm BST on Tuesday, 28th July, for a special online briefing as they assess the outlook for commercial and housing construction, informed by the latest forecasts.
In this concise Drop-In briefing, the team will answer your questions about the construction outlook, including:
- What the Iran war will mean for construction costs
- What other factors are holding back new development
- Whether Burnham’s public housing building plans can succeed
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