Finance

Reacting to the recession in the construction industry: What are the dangers? 


In a period of recession, the construction industry, like so many others, will be scrutinising all spending and prioritising cash flow above all else.  

How construction companies can mitigate the risks posed by economic instability


Whilst the economic forecast has improved and recession on the scale of 2008/9 looks increasingly unlikely, these are difficult times for the industry,

No compare – why framework comparison is a risky business


At a time when the framework market is more competitive than ever, it can be tempting for public sector organisations to choose the lowest cost.

Sustainability and Tax in Real Estate


In this article, Construction Online speaks to Sean McGinness, about sustainability efforts in real estate.

Never mind the risk, it’s uncertainty management


Risks are a contributing factor to uncertainty and subsequent confidence.

Searching for signs of strength as contractor insolvencies rise


At 17% of all insolvencies, construction once again had the dubious honour of accounting for more company failures than any other industry.

House Prices Dip as Stamp Duty Winds Down


The average house price in the UK has dipped for the first time since January 2021 as the stamp duty holiday starts to wind down.

Ensuring Employee Trust for the Return to Work


Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD Worx UK writes about the dynamic between employee trust and payroll.

Has Construction Support Been Enough?


John Rozenbroek takes a look at the financial support which has been given to UK construction companies to support them through COVID

Tax refunds & Construction Industry Scheme


Stephen Chapman is Senior Tax Manager at Brian Alfred here he takes a look at tax refunds and the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)