Seema Malhotra MP, Labour’s Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, commenting on the construction figures published today, said:

“These are yet more disappointing figures that highlight George Osborne’s failure to rebalance our economy and make good on his commitment to get Britain building.

“The Tories are making choices that are putting Britain’s future at risk. In contrast, Labour will invest for the long-term to ensure that we tackle the big challenges facing our economy and build a fairer economy for the future that works for all.”