Well belts are tighter in more than one sense following this Christmas break. How do you think the construction industry will fair in 2011, the start of a new decade? Are you optimistic that private industry will grow and pull the country forward or do you think that Government cuts and tax rises will have a damaging effect? And how do you think the 2.5% rise in VAT, which comes into affect today, will have an impact on the Construction Industry? It would be great to hear your opinions.

Wishing you a Happy & Prosperous New Year from all at Constructing Excellence Hampshire Club.