Ms Stone added: “We continue to highlight that the UK and EU must work together to solve outstanding issues, including, recognition of EASA of UK maintenance approvals, and UK association to Horizon Europe.”
“But, I’d argue, we’re facing even bigger economic consequences if we don’t get things under control.“Both construction material and labour costs have rocketed here way more than EU countries, so Brexit must be a major factor.” The sector has repeatedly called for less red tape to reduce costs and last year the government agreed to delay implementing a new ‘UKCA’ safety mark designed to replace and EU regime.
Construction workers now need to apply for a visa and may require sponsorship from an employer before the can begin work in the UK.