Sunak’s big election gamble: How the construction sector reacted

By Building news desk2024-05-23T08:55:00

Initial thoughts from industry leaders as the prime minister unexpectedly calls a 4 July election

Industry leaders have been reacting to Rishi Sunak’s unexpected decision to call a general election for 4 July, with many hoping the poll will provide markets with much-needed certainty after a turbulent few years.

Andy Cleevely, partner at consultant Ridge & Partners, spoke to Building from the UKREIIF conference in Leeds. He said Sunak’s election announcement just after 5pm yesterday had given attendees “a shot in the arm and seems to have created a bit of a buzz.”

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