UK: CPA predicts output growth

The Construction Products Association (CPA) envisages a 5.3% rise in output in 2015. In comparison, the British Chambers of Commerce predicts UK economic growth of 2.7%.
October 22, 2014 Read time: 1 min

The 3742 Construction Products Association (CPA) envisages a 5.3% rise in output in 2015. In comparison, the British Chambers of Commerce predicts UK economic growth of 2.7%.

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