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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Gordon Banks (Labour). It was answered by Alun Michael (Labour) on Thursday, 4 May 2006 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.


Construction Industry

Question
If he will make a statement on the contribution of the construction industry to the UK economy. [67726]
Answer

The construction industry is one of the most important sectors of our economy. It accounts for 8.3 per cent. of UK gross domestic product and employs 2.1 million people. I am impressed by the improved integrated teamwork shown by the industry, which has been given a tremendous opportunity to showcase its strengths in the build up to the 2012 Olympics.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
67726 
445 c1086 
Session
2005-06
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Construction Industry Productivity
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk