HC Deb 16 July 1985 vol 83 c77W
Mr. Skinner

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what information he has as to the percentage of gross domestic product spent on construction in the following countries: (a) Canada, (b) West Germany,(c) France and (d) Sweden; and what is the equivalent figure for the United Kingdom.

Sir George Young

The available information for these countries relates to fixed capital investment only and excludes repair and maintenance work which is substantial in the United Kingdom.

Fixed Investment in Construction as a Percentage of GDP in 1982
Percentage
Canada 13.5
Federal Republic of Germany 12.7
France 10.3
Sweden 10.9
United Kingdom 9.0

Although countries attempt to conform to common definitions, this is not always possible because of the differing information systems within each country.