CLC issues further warning on escalating materials shortages

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Timber supplies not expected to improve this year

Orders for construction products should be placed as early as possible to avoid delays, the CLC has warned firms in the latest sign of mounting concern among industry experts on the impact of materials shortages.

A surging recovery in new orders this year is putting increasing pressure on the product supply chain as manufacturers and suppliers struggle to keep up with demand, the body has said.

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