A massive decline in construction industry investment in the final quarter of 2007, suggests that the industry is already feeling the effects of a slowdown.

The successful integration of Wilson Bowden and a consistent sales volume, helped housebuilder Barratt stay surprisingly positive as it delivered its interim results.

Serco, the support services group has unvieled strong 2007 preliminary results.

Contractor Kier has posted strong interim results for the six months ending 31 December 2007.