The CPA’s Economic and Construction Update provides an insightful summary of the latest economic and construction trends in the UK.
The latest weekly update is enclosed, including:
- CPA View on Middle Eastern Conflict and Potential Effects (26 March 2026)
- ONS UK Construction Wage Inflation (January 2026)
- MHCLG House Building Starts and Completions (2025 Q4)
- Bellway Interim Results (March 2026)
The CPA’s Winter forecasts were published on Monday 26 January, FIS members have exclusive access to this via our membership of CPA.
The update is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the UK construction industry, and the contents page allows readers to easily navigate to the sections that are most relevant to their interests.
In addition to this update, the CPA also publishes Construction Forecasts twice a year. Members can download these forecasts from the FIS website here.
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