Restructuring in the construction sector
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As one of the largest sectors of economic activity in Europe, construction has been hit hard by the onset of the economic recession. This report reviews recent developments in the construction sector in the majority of EU27 Member States – except France, Hungary and the Netherlands – as well as Norway. It looks at how the sector is being affected by the downturn in each country, and how companies and governments have responded. The study reveals that certain parts of the construction sector – such as housing construction – have been more significantly affected than others. Moreover, in many countries, manufacturers of building materials for the sector have also experienced a decline in output.
Introduction
Employment in the construction sector
Recent developments in output and employment
Developments in divisions of construction sector
Policy responses of companies
Policy responses of governments
National reports
Annex: Data tables
Annex 2: Country codes