Construction of houses increased last month but industry is still suffering
Pandemic continues to affect building sector, survey shows

Construction of homes remains nowhere close to satisfying demand.
John Mulligan
Housing construction surged back into expansion mode last month – the first time since July that it’s been growing.
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