Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng reminds ‘vital’ construction industry to remain at work

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng has written an open letter to the entire industry, recognising the vital part the sector has made to the countries economics and progression throughout the pandemic, whilst also confirming that operation in the industry should continue.

“As the new Business Secretary, I would like to take this opportunity to restate the Government position, which is that firms and tradespeople in the construction sector and its supply chain, including merchants, suppliers and product manufacturers, should continue to operate during this national lockdown.

“I would also like to make it clear that where it is essential to travel or to stay in accommodation, whether to get to your work or for the purposes of carrying out your work, those in the industry are able to do so.

“It is vital that construction continues through these unsettling times and I want to reassure you that the Government values the crucial contribution your sector is making.

“Whether delivering on large or small construction sites, and in peoples’ homes across the country, in builders’ merchants, designing and project managing schemes or producing construction and mineral products, you are making a major contribution to the economic recovery following Covid-19.

“Thank you again to everyone operating in the UK construction sector. You are making a hugely valued and critical contribution to our country.”