It is still too early to tell what effect sanctions against Russia will have on building materials.

The Construction Products Association (CPA) has downgraded its forecast for construction growth in 2022 from 6.3% to 4.8% amid what it termed a “perfect storm” in the supply chain.

A new code and guidance that aim to drive higher standards in the presentation of construction product information following the Grenfell Tower disaster have been launched.

Construction output is forecast to rise by 13.7% and a further 6.3% in 2022, despite materials shortages and price rises.

The publication of the Construction Products Association’s (CPA) proposed Code for Construction Product Information has been delayed until the end of the summer.

The Construction Products Association (CPA) has warned the construction industry to expect a “long slog ahead” after it predicted a 25% fall in output across Great Britain during 2020 as…