Crane strike reveals strain in UK construction

Alex Dahm Editor, International Cranes and Specialized Transport

28 January 2026

A tower crane operator strike on 27 January was ultimately the result of failings in UK government policy, according to the Construction Plant-hire Association.

CPA said these failures “created a perfect storm of weak demand, rising costs and escalating industrial disputes.” The industry is suffering with less work and higher…

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