The Depot latest stage in the refurbishment process, which includes the grade II-listed former army stores and barracks at Weedon Bec, Northamptonshire, has been approved. According to the decision, the site’s former hospital prison will be turned into executive-style accommodation for resident and visiting businesspeople. The Depot was acquired several
Bristol City Council has given planning permission to First Base’s £175 million Soapworks development, which will incorporate a mix of workspace, affordable homes and a food and drink offer close to the city centre. The grade II-listed former soap factory, dating back to the 1860s, will be restored, alongside two
Solar energy has bombarded the planet for the last 4 billion years. Harnessing the sun’s power to get electricity is a good option if you want cleaner and better energy sources. Besides, they’re so efficient and cost-effective. Rather than depending on the grid for electricity supply to heat your pool
Global building materials solutions supplier CEMEX has made another strategic investment for growth into its Selby Asphalt Plant and Depot to enhance its overall operation efficiency. The Selby site supplies high quality aggregates and asphalt across the Yorkshire region. Together with Bowker, its logistics partner at Selby, and Potter Space
Ventilation specialists S&P UK has expanded its range of high efficiency heat recovery units to include the RHE 15000, offering the highest rate of air flow designed for large spaces – a significant upgrade in capabilities for the range. It comes at a time when there is a huge importance
On Earth Day, and in response to the Government’s announcement about new climate change commitments, Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered body for the project profession, has issued the following response. Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered body for the project profession, has welcomed the UK Government’s announcement
Success, stress, and comfort go hand-in-hand. If you aren’t happy with your surroundings, it’s more stressful, and your academic achievements can decline. The grades you achieved throughout high school came with the comforts of home. To maintain the same level of success, you need to match the coziness of home
Panattoni, the largest developer in Europe, has completed the purchase of a development on the M3 corridor near to Farnborough, south east of London. Panattoni Farnborough 170 is the latest addition to the developer’s portfolio, having recently announced its commitment to three million sq ft of speculative builds in the UK
Surrounding yourself with the beauty of nature is a sure-fire way to make you feel more relaxed and calm. Usually, you would go outside to smell the fresh air, but what happens when you can’t leave home or plant flowers outside? Well, you could bring nature indoors, instead! Start growing
When the nationwide Covid-19 lockdown came into force in March 2020, every sector in the UK was caught off-guard, and non-more so than the construction industry. However, as the months progressed and construction was allowed to resume – albeit in a more streamlined way, the construction industry was able to
The Depot latest stage in the refurbishment process, which includes the grade II-listed former army stores and barracks at Weedon Bec, Northamptonshire, has been approved. According to the decision, the site’s former hospital prison will be turned into executive-style accommodation for resident and visiting businesspeople. The Depot was acquired several years ago by property entrepreneur Michael Chittenden, who has since spent upwards of £1 million renovating the buildings and converting them into character offices, workshops and stores. “Bringing the old prison hospital back to life is something of a labour of love and part of our vision to sensitively restore the site while also making it an inspiring, modern business centre for local companies, as well as a range of other compatible uses which will enhance the local economy and infrastructure,” said Michael. “We have over 90 tenants here now and many of them occasionally need to stay close by some nights, or have staff or clients visiting from other parts of the country. The move towards flexible working by so many of our tenants has added to the demand, as staff do need to spend some time in their workplaces.” The B70 building started coming to life around 1844, when it was being built to serve as a hospital to the adjoining military prison. In 1911 it was converted into accommodation for people working in the stores, with its new name being The Old Storeholder’s Quarters. The Depot was originally built at Weedon Bec between 1807 and 1812 by the British Army as part of the nation’s emergency defence plans against Napoleon. The 15-acre walled site also acted as a barracks for several hundred men and as a military prison, which led to the need for a hospital. The Depot continued serving the Army rthrough both World Wars, but effectively closed in 1954. “Before we became involved, the plans originally accepted for the site involved knocking down buildings, including this one, to make way for retail space. The approach we’ve taken is to restore the buildings one by one and make them fit for use for centuries to come. Buildings that were once only useful for storage and distribution are now being converted into high quality, flexible business units, the next being an 18,000 sq ft co-working office space,” commented the architect for The Depot renovation project is Paul Vick. The site also hosts a visitor centre, café and shops. Future plans include a care home and independent living accommodation, apartments and a hotel.
Bristol City Council has given planning permission to First Base’s £175 million Soapworks development, which will incorporate a mix of workspace, affordable homes and a food and drink offer close to the city centre. The grade II-listed former soap factory, dating back to the 1860s, will be restored, alongside two new buildings, a public square and new pedestrian routes. Moreover, the doors of the former Gardiner Haskins warehouse will again re-open to the public, housing an independent food and drink offer, including a purpose-built food hall. The Soapworks is set to introduce more than £200 million in long-term community benefits, which will provide up to 243 much needed sustainable and affordable homes. In addition, there will be new flexible workspace to meet demand in the city centre. “We are delighted our plans to bring the Soapworks back to life have been granted by Bristol City Council. These proposals will help drive Bristol’s inclusive and sustainable recovery by delivering the new homes and modern flexible workspace needed in the city,” said Lucinda Mitchell, project director at First Base. “Soapworks will be a live, work, play neighbourhood, with supporting people and planet with a new ecology of independent retailers, food operators and cafes, as well as cultural uses, to attract and retain talent in the city centre. We are already seeing strong demand for the workspace and homes and look forward to working with Bristol City Council and the local community to deliver this exciting project,” Lucinda added. Masterplanned by Woods Bagot, the development will be set around a new public square including biodiverse green spaces, and will create new pedestrian and cycle routes to the city’s commercial centre at Temple Quay and the cultural quarter at Old Market.
Solar energy has bombarded the planet for the last 4 billion years. Harnessing the sun’s power to get electricity is a good option if you want cleaner and better energy sources. Besides, they’re so efficient and cost-effective. Rather than depending on the grid for electricity supply to heat your pool or power your home, you can install efficient solar panels to do these for you effectively. Since summer is approaching fast, you can switch to a solar attic fan to cool your home rather than an electrical fan that would use a lot of power to run. There are several inexhaustible reasons to turn to solar panels. You should, however, note that an efficient panel doesn’t necessarily translate into improved economic benefits for a modern home. While the idea of saving money monthly seems promising, initial investment might have you wondering if it’s worth the time, money, and efforts. Let’s dig in deeper to help you comprehend more about solar power efficiency. Efficacy of Solar Power on A Modern Home Solar panel efficacy is a measurement of a solar panel’s capability to convert sunlight effectively into vital and usable electricity. All factors (sunlight amount and durational time) constant, a more efficient solar panel will produce significant power compared to a non-efficient one. The efficiency of solar panels is typically determined by the amount of electricity produced by the solar cells. They are consequently directly influenced by surrounding components, electrical configuration, and their composition, amongst other factors. Solar panels can process up to 22% of solar energy per day and convert it into vital energy based on various variables. The sunlight amount that’s convertible into electricity is referred to as performance, and its outcome determines the efficacy of the solar panels. Top-notch solar panels may exceed efficiency to even 23%, but standard photovoltaic panels cannot go beyond 20% efficiency. A PV’s conversion efficiency is the percentile of solar energy that’s directly shining on the device. Enhancing this efficiency should be the primary goal of solar panel companies. It is this conversion energy percentile that makes them cost-competitive. Panel installation companies are looking for extra ways to make their systems more efficient every day. Factors That Determine And Impact The Efficacy of Solar Power Undeniably not all the sunlight reaching PV cells is convertible into usable electricity. Most are often lost. Several factors in solar cells designation impact a cell’s capability to convert the received sunlight. Designating with the following factors in mind will increase the achievable efficiency of solar panels. Wavelength Photons make up light. These photons possess a vast range of energies and wavelengths. Sunlight which reaches the surface of the Earth contains ultraviolet-based wavelengths via visible ranges to infrared. After light strikes the solar cells’ surface, some pass through while others are reflected. Absorbed photons turn their energy into heat while the other remainders usually separate electrons using their power from atomic bonds. They then produce electric currents and charge carriers. Temperature Low temperatures favor the efficiency of solar cells. If there are high temperatures, the semiconductor properties can shift, resulting in the increased current but decreased voltage. An increase in temperatures damage modules and cell materials, reducing the durability of the solar panels. Most of the bright sunlight on cells turns into heat. Therefore thermal management can enhance the lifetime and efficiency of solar panels. Recombination A charge carrier like an electron should easily flow across materials to enable electric current in the semiconductor. A’ hole’ which is also another charge carrier, represents electron absence in the materials. It then acts as a positively charged carrier. If electrons experience a hole, they tend to recombine and stop contributing to the flowing electric currents. Direct recombination is the process of a hole and light-generated electron encountering each other, recombining, and then emitting photons. This process reverses the entire process wherein there’s the generation of electricity in the solar cells. It limits efficiency. On the other hand, indirect recombination can be described as a process wherein holes and electrons encounter impurities, then recombine and finally emit their energy to become heat. Reflection When the amount of reflected light is significantly minimized, solar cells become very efficient. This can be done using textured surfaces as well as an anti-reflection coating. Black or dark blue cells in the solar panels are highly efficient. Shade Shade, no matter how small on the solar panel, can decrease the output. Panels are wired systematically together, so any shade on the part of a panel will lower the energy production and overall system. You should install solar panels in maximum sunlight exposure areas to mitigate this issue. However, this might be hard sometimes, so you need to look for better available alternatives. Panel Installation How you installed a solar panel is vital because it will determine how much sunlight will be captured. The panels’ angle and sunlight hitting will highly impact the efficiency of your solar system. If your panel is mounted on the roof, its slope will determine the amount of sunlight that will hit it. Commercial installations compensate for Earth’s imminent movement through installing tracking systems. However, they’re expensive, so they’re not used for residential purposes. Ice A buildup of ice can occur on solar panel surfaces when silicon coating wasn’t applied. Ice buildup decreases the efficiency of solar panels by up to 100%. UV Degradation UV degradation can delaminate solar cells structure. It also causes discoloration. Remember, efficient solar cells are either black or dark blue. Thermal Cycling This causes cell components to reduce efficiency drastically. Solar cell components are inclusive of module connections, solder bonds, interconnections, and internal cells. Conclusion If your roof is small, there are high chances of getting efficient PV panels, although they’ll be expensive. On the other hand, if you possess huge space amounts, you can get satiating energy needs with cheaper yet less efficient panels. That said, when you switch to a solar system for your house, you need to maintain and care for them to
Global building materials solutions supplier CEMEX has made another strategic investment for growth into its Selby Asphalt Plant and Depot to enhance its overall operation efficiency. The Selby site supplies high quality aggregates and asphalt across the Yorkshire region. Together with Bowker, its logistics partner at Selby, and Potter Space (owners of the business park where Selby is located), more than £200,000 has been invested into new rail freight infrastructure and facilities, ensuring the ongoing reliability of the service from this site and enabling the team to increase the number of trains that can run a week. Considerable improvements have been made to the track that travels off the main line and into the Selby depot. Following the investment, around 70 per cent of the track has been completely replaced, with other upgrades such as concrete sleepers made to improve the condition of the track further, and the installation of new loading bays. Additionally, Bowker have made significant investment in its stone discharge facilities at Selby; upgrading safety features to go beyond legislative requirements as well as making significant improvements to equipment and enhancing critical components increasing reliability. “The features, including new guards and fencing, are focussed on operator safety; and in general, the improvements will deliver reductions in down time during critical discharge periods. The significant investment demonstrates the commitment Bowker have made to the CEMEX partnership,” said Neil Bowker, Bowker’s Commercial Director. As a result of the developments made at the Selby site, the team have been able to increase the number of services run from this depot to three a week. This means an extra 90,000 tonnes of material can be moved by train, taking trucks off the road and maximising the use of rail as a sustainable mode of transport. All this helps support CEMEX’s climate objectives and minimises its impact on the environment. “We continue to invest heavily into our rail operations across the country, as this allows us to grow volumes and increase the services we offer. The works at Selby were the latest part of our development programme and it was fantastic to partner with Bowker and Potter Space on the many improvements that have been made – improvements that will enable us to better and more safely support our customers,” commented Dave Hart, CEMEX’s Supply Chain Director for UK and France. “Enhancing the sustainability of our business is a key priority and the use of rail forms an important part of this – as every rail freight service removes trucks from the road and achieves additional carbon savings. These investments help us to support CEMEX’s climate initiatives and be a more responsible company.” Jason Rockett, managing director of Potter Space, also added: “Potter Space has a proven track record of working together with customers, so we were pleased to work in partnership with both CEMEX and Bowker at our Potter Space Selby business park. All three parties recognise the value and benefit of rail transportation, so we were delighted to jointly invest in the new rail infrastructure to help meet the needs of CEMEX and support its long-term business plans.” These improvements come as part of a wider investment into Selby, with £0.5million planned for three new bitumen tanks and a reprocessed asphalt system. These will help to achieve further operating efficiencies and minimise waste while improving safety and customer service.
Ventilation specialists S&P UK has expanded its range of high efficiency heat recovery units to include the RHE 15000, offering the highest rate of air flow designed for large spaces – a significant upgrade in capabilities for the range. It comes at a time when there is a huge importance for delivering fresh air into buildings, such as colleges, offices and hospitals. The RHE range uses a Thermal Wheel Heat Recovery to gain the optimum thermal efficacy with a sophisticated control system. With an increase in demand for fresh air, the RHE 15000 can deliver 4 m³ per second, making it highly suitable for schools and colleges, commercial offices and retail. The unit can be supplied as a standard part or customised to meet specific application requirements. S&P UK most recently supplied an RHE 15000 as a custom order to include an electric heater to City College Norwich, where the unit was craned four storeys high onto the roof of a major £9.1 million extension under construction. “We have been supplying the RHE product for a number of years but by expanding the range, this allows the option for us to supply this product with a much higher airflow. As with all our products, we offer our own technical expertise so we worked with the M & E subcontractors for this particular project from recommending the RHE 15000 as the most suitable product based off drawings provided, right through to site installation,” said Lee Page, sales director at S&P UK. The RHE air handling series are designed for internal and external siting and, as with all S&P products, the units come with a two-year warranty. The custom made RHE units can be manufactured by S&P with a lead time of around 3 weeks from order to shipment. S&P is a leading global fan, air movement and ventilation systems manufacturer with over 10,000 products supported by personalised technical support. The Spanish owned S&P Group, whose global operations span over 90 countries, includes major R&D centres in Europe, Singapore, USA and Brazil.
On Earth Day, and in response to the Government’s announcement about new climate change commitments, Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered body for the project profession, has issued the following response. Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered body for the project profession, has welcomed the UK Government’s announcement that it will speed up targets to cut carbon emissions, but advises that investing in the skills that will enable project managers to meet the climate challenge will be an essential part of the process. New climate change commitments will set the UK on course to cut carbon emissions by 78 per cent from 1990 levels by 2035. Reacting to the announcement, Sue Kershaw, president of APM, said: “We welcome the challenge the new deadline sets for the protection of the environment. However, we hope the government will recognise that these targets must be backed by serious investment in essential training and skills development for project professionals if these targets are to be achieved. “Laws don’t deliver projects, people do. For every goal and commitment there will be countless projects and professionals needed to deliver across many different industries. Only with significant investment and focus on project skillsets will we be able to support the proper inception, delivery and completion of these projects that will help deliver these ambitious goals and timelines for the environment. “As the only chartered body for the project profession in the world, we fully acknowledge the importance of project skills in delivering global solutions to the climate crisis. To support this, we are creating more content than ever that emphasises the importance of making sustainability and environmental focus a core part of projects and their deliverables.”
Success, stress, and comfort go hand-in-hand. If you aren’t happy with your surroundings, it’s more stressful, and your academic achievements can decline. The grades you achieved throughout high school came with the comforts of home. To maintain the same level of success, you need to match the coziness of home to your new location. All-Inclusive Student Accommodation Moving away from home is stressful. Add in separate bills for the first time in your life, and the stress will increase. When it rises, so does anxiety, which in return, reduces sleep. As you guess, stress, anxiety, and less than seven to nine hours of sleep can easily result in failing grades. With all-inclusive housing, you don’t worry about paying utility bills, gas, or water on time. The buildings also have central heating. There’s no need to concern yourself with too much or too little temperature control. Additionally, if something breaks, student housing includes 24/7 maintenance to make fast repairs. No matter how far you’re traveling for school, bringing furniture isn’t fun. It’s bulky, hard to move, and you’ll be missing it on home visits. While most accommodations won’t offer bedding, such as sheets, blankets, and a comforter, they provide the basics—a bed, mattress, mattress cover, and some other basics. Students have access to a shared kitchen, and private studios have more in-room advantages. Distraction-Free Single-Living Many student housing options offer private studios. Yes, some of the fun of going to the university is having a roommate to confide in and be your friend while you’re away from home. However, not everyone is compatible with the person they’re paired with, and it can cause friction. Additionally, not everyone wants a roommate. Having one forced on them can be frustrating and stressful. A private studio affords some benefits, such as skipping the hassle of a roommate that distracts you from your goals. Release Energy with Nearby Entertainment & Social Options All work and no play isn’t a healthy situation. Everyone needs a break. Living in student housing affords plenty of nearby locations to unwind and de-stress. Regular walks on the beach, time in a beautifully landscaped courtyard, or a few-mile bike ride can clear your head and help you get back to work with a better mood and a body that feels great. Most locations offer secure indoor bike storage. Physical fitness is essential to maintaining low-stress levels and sleeping better at night. In addition to on-site recreational activities, there are plenty of nearby areas to enjoy nature and have a great time in the town with friends to blow off steam. With student accommodation in Bournemouth, you don’t need to worry about a thing. Hop on your bed and complete your class’s reading assignments or sit at your desk, pop open your laptop, and finish up that coursework due in a few days. With less stress from your surroundings, success is within your reach.
Panattoni, the largest developer in Europe, has completed the purchase of a development on the M3 corridor near to Farnborough, south east of London. Panattoni Farnborough 170 is the latest addition to the developer’s portfolio, having recently announced its commitment to three million sq ft of speculative builds in the UK this year. The prime positioning of this 8.33 acre site, which will accommodate for a building of 168,241 sq ft within an established logistics location (previously the Benthalls Warehouse), means it will offer the occupier a rare opportunity for those looking to serve Europe’s largest consumer market. Panattoni Farnborough 170 is strategically located to the south east of London and is adjacent to J4 of the M3 at Farnborough. Just a 15 minutes’ drive to J12 of the M25, it has 15.6 million consumers within a 90-minute drive time. More than 60% of the UK is accessible within a 4.5 hours HGV drive time. It also sits within the top tier of locations, allowing delivery companies to reach millions of customers the same day. Demolition of the old Benthalls unit is due to take place this month, with the building ready in Q3 of 2021. Completed the facility could generate over 170 employment opportunities. The building will be built to a BREEAM rating of ‘Very Good’, with many sustainable credentials and an EPC rating of ‘A’. The facility will benefit from up to 2.5 MVa power. It will have 15m clear internal height, 12 dock doors, 9 level access doors for van deliveries, as well as extensive car parking, electric charging points and cycle spaces. “This is a rare opportunity for the occupier to be near the excellent location of the M3 corridor region and be able to serve Europe’s largest consumer market. The specification of the building has been adapted to deliver on this ample power, loading provisions and direct M3 access. Panattoni Farnborough 170 will be delivered at speed, and the demolition of the Benthalls unit will shortly be underway on the site,” said Tony Watkins, Development Director for Panattoni. “There is high demand for this kind of building within this market and the 170,000 sq ft development offers a strong base for a variety of occupiers requiring excellent transport links,” he added. TSL have been appointed main contractor on the site, and agents on the scheme are DTRE and Savills.
Surrounding yourself with the beauty of nature is a sure-fire way to make you feel more relaxed and calm. Usually, you would go outside to smell the fresh air, but what happens when you can’t leave home or plant flowers outside? Well, you could bring nature indoors, instead! Start growing an indoor jungle with these tips. Before you know it, you’ll turn your space into an oasis. How to Choose the Perfect Houseplants There are far too many plants and flowers to choose from, but the most common florals, like roses, orchids, and succulents, are available at most garden centers. While browsing on a website that offers flower delivery, you may stumble upon multiple unique Mother’s day flower ideas. Don’t forget that you’re only weeks away from Mother’s Day! Choose Easy-Care Plants Unless you’re some kind of plant-savant, you should stick to easy-to-care-for plants that don’t require a lot of attention, water, and sunlight. This way, you won’t have to hire a house sitter when you take a vacation. Consider these low maintenance house plants: Aloe Vera Snake Plant (Mother-In-Law’s Tongue) Bromeliad Rabbit’s Ear India Rubber Tree Spider Plant All of these plants can handle a bit of neglect and can survive with little sunlight and water. Match Plants to Their Environment Some plants have special needs, even if they’re easy to take care of. For example, the Pothos is a low-maintenance plant but will die if placed in direct sunlight. Pothos grow underneath larger trees in the rainforest and love humidity, so ensure your home isn’t too dry. Another example is the Bird’s Nest Fern which prefers bathrooms for its moist air. Use the Right Soil Most garden centers and online flower shops will stock a general potting soil mix that will suit most plants. However, cactuses and succulents need special mixes that drain faster because they reside in places with little soil. You’ll likely run into these common potting soil mixtures: Sphagnum Peat Moss: Well-draining and well-aerated. Coir Fiber: Byproduct of coconuts. Has more nutrients than peat moss. Perlite: Lightweight and sterile. Holds three times its weight in water. Vermiculite: Adds calcium and magnesium to the soil. Sand: Improves drainages and is excellent for cacti. Pick the Right Indoor Containers Plants and flowers need to drain water from their soil, or else they’ll drown. Orchids need special pots with slats or cut-out shapes at the side for better drainage and airflow. Since orchids grow off of rocks, trees, or bushes, they can’t be planted directly into the ground. Other common plants, like the kalanchoe, are comfy in almost any sized pot of any material. Use These Tips When Creating Your Garden Oasis Know Your Light Light is an essential requirement when starting an indoor garden, so ensure that all of your plants are near a window or UV lamp. Some plants, like Aloe Vera, require over 8 hours of sun, while the Peace Lily would quickly die from too much exposure. Adjust to your plant’s needs. Try Planting Vertically Planting vertically gives you more space for more plants while dressing up your walls at the same time. Gardening vertically will make your home truly feel like an indoor jungle oasis. You can plant succulents vertically in picture frames with a fabric backing or plastic sheetings. Group Plants Together Plants that prefer humid environments will do better in a bathroom or finished basement, while dry, climatized flowers would want an open space with plenty of sunlight. Be sure to group plants based on their specific needs to double the possibility that they’ll stay happy and healthy. Get a Standout Plant Don’t just buy plants that are low to the ground or have to be hung from the ceiling because your space will start to look too “samey.” Put in a standout plant, like the Fiddle Leaf Fig tree, to add height and depth to your oasis. This large indoor tropical tree is easy to grow and care for.
When the nationwide Covid-19 lockdown came into force in March 2020, every sector in the UK was caught off-guard, and non-more so than the construction industry. However, as the months progressed and construction was allowed to resume – albeit in a more streamlined way, the construction industry was able to if not bounce back, at least claw back some lost ground. The pandemic also revealed the need to accelerate initiatives and highlighted shortfalls within the sector. Most notably, the repatriation of migrant workers demonstrated the sector’s vulnerability to labour shortages and supply chain disruption. Supply chains The sudden imposition of lockdown measures highlighted how little stock construction sites and suppliers hold in the UK. From cement and paint shortages to timber holdups and multi use silicone sealant products such as caulk. While there have been calls to address the issue of precarious inventories, this is a difficult challenge to solve because much of the manufacturing capacity for construction materials has moved offshore, and given the ongoing complications with Brexit this will be a long-term issue. Repatriating elements of the supply chain will come at a cost and the industry need to be prepared to pay the additional expense of having local sourcing options if it wants a secure supply chain, which will of course impact the sectors overall growth. Commercial and residential projects The stripping back of project teams as a result of the pandemic revealed the potentially inefficient nature of many construction workforces. This realisation meant that rather than cutting construction jobs, it’s time to deploy them in a more efficient way, especially in large-scale commercial projects. Prior to the pandemic commercial construction centred heavily around office sector building, however, given that new figures suggest that fewer than one in five employees want to return to the office full-time, we could see a greater shift towards residential projects. As more people continue to work from home, new build sites could focus their attention on work from home set-ups as commuter villages become more popular. Duncan Brock, group director at the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, said: “The residential sector had been relatively immune to the effects of lockdowns and pandemic disruptions, but it too was beginning to show signs of weakness for the first time in over six months.” Growth forecasts In early 2021, the construction industry saw a 14.0% rise following an estimated contraction of 14.3% overall in 2020 caused by the sharp fall in the first half of last year. It’s also estimated that the output is only expected to recover to pre-Covid level in 2022. There is also a risk that one the furlough and self-employed support schemes end, there may be a sharp rise in unemployment that could potentially dampen this recovery. It’s not just potential unemployment and knock-on Covid pandemic that could affect growth, but delays in the supply chain.