June-July output rose for first time in three years

摘要

UK construction output grew by 2.2 per cent in June and July, marking that period's first rise in three years. Despite the small increase, total output in July was 10 per cent below last year's level, according to data from the Office for National Statistics. The three months to July saw new work fall 14.2 per cent and repair and maintenance work shrink 1.2 per cent. Infrastructure also dropped 23.9 per cent and new public housing fell 22.4 per cent.