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UK households are increasingly relying on borrowing to manage day-to-day finances. December’s Consumer Sentiment Index shows that the need for unsecured credit reached a 16-month high , while access to credit remains constrained. This combination has important implications for construction demand heading into 2026. Business leaders and decision makers in the construction industry must consider the impact of household debt and funding constraints when planning future projects,

UK consumer confidence deteriorated further in December, reaching its weakest level in nearly two years. According to the latest S&P Global UK Consumer Sentiment Index (CSI) , the headline index fell to 44.7 , down from 45.2 in November , signalling broad-based pessimism across household finances, spending intentions, and job security. Shifts in consumer sentiment have a direct impact on construction businesses and the organisations responsible for project delivery, influenci

The latest UK Government Construction Building Materials Commentary (November 2025)  highlights sharp declines in key construction materials, particularly bricks and concrete blocks—two of the most essential components in UK residential development. At the same time, independent forecasts from Experian and the CPA point to a gradual but strengthening recovery in construction output from 2025 to 2027. Addressing these challenges requires close collaboration across multiple dis

The latest Construction Building Materials Commentary – November 2025 , published by the UK Department for Business & Trade, provides a detailed picture of the current supply chain, production levels, and market pressures shaping the sector, with a level of detail that enables a comprehensive understanding of each influencing factor. For planning and project controls teams, these insights are essential for forecasting, procurement planning, and risk management. Project contro

The UK engineering and consultancy sector is undergoing a major technological shift, driven by rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI). A new report by the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE)  in partnership with Autodesk , titled “AI and the New Era of Engineering Innovation” , highlights how AI adoption is accelerating across the industry—and why organisations must urgently invest in both technology and workforce skills to stay competitive. Accordin