Construction plays a crucial role in supporting our public services, maintaining the nation\u2019s infrastructure, and providing safe, decent homes for people to live in. Recently, the Government wrote to all those working in the construction sector to thank them for the critical contribution they are making to the resilience of this country.<\/p>
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