Across the UK, we are seeing continued rises in the cost of construction materials, which...

Published: 9:57 am August 8, 2023
Updated: 8:19 am October 8, 2025
The soaring price of construction materials: what’s causing the hikes? – UKNIP

Across the UK, we are seeing continued rises in the cost of construction materials, which is contributing to a decrease in monthly construction output. Recent data from the Office for National Statistics state that output decreased 0.2% in May 2023, equating to £15,360 million.

So, what exactly is causing these price rises? Here we explore some of the factors that are contributing to the cost increases in the construction industry. 

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