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05/10/2022

Record Number Of Visitors Expected To Attend UKCW Birmingham

A record numbers of visitors are expected to attend one of the UK’s biggest construction events, UK Construction Week at the NEC in Birmingham, today, 05 October.

On Tuesday, the “must attend” event was officially opened by Channel 4 presenter George Clarke and guest speakers included poet and storyteller, Casey Bailey, and Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street.

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Over 300 exhibitors are displaying over 6,000 new and innovative products for all professionals within the industry.

The show will continue to celebrate culture change in construction with debates and discussions from top speakers on how the industry can move forward to tackle its biggest issues.

Please feel free to engage with our team at Construction.co.uk who are delighted to be apart of this exciting event. We can also book a meeting with you, simply email cmooney@construction.co.uk to arrange a suitable time.

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