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 includes:
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- Insolvency Service UK Construction Insolvencies (August 2026)
- MHCLG Housing Starts and Completions (2026 Q2)
- Vistry Group Half-year Results (September 2026)
The CPA’s Summer forecasts were published on 27 July and 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.
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