Construction firms blast “true cost of Budget”

Construction companies have been venting their frustration to the Enquirer in the wake of Rachel Reeve’s first Budget.
The usual stock statements were put out by major contractors and trade bodies this week following a raft of tax hikes.
But many subcontractors and suppliers have been left quietly fuming by the government’s actions – particularly the rise in employers’ National Insurance rates.One director said: “The budget is set to increase our costs alone by arou