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More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people, housing boss says

More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people, housing boss says
BBC UK Sunday 06 September 2026, 20:38 UTC 1 min read
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Recent analysis showed the construction sector needs an extra 2,200 workers a year to meet demand.

Recent analysis showed the construction sector needs an extra 2,200 workers a year to meet demand.
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