Following the release of the 2025 Spring Statement, Octavius Infrastructure CEO John Dowsett shares his thoughts on the government’s continued investment in infrastructure and the need for accelerated project delivery.
John Dowsett said “Everyday at Octavius our teams delivering vital transport infrastructure to local communities see the challenging economic circumstances currently faced across the UK. We therefore support the ongoing focus the Government places on infrastructure as a driver for economic growth and prosperity. The announcement by the Chancellor today of a further £13 billion of capital spend over the course of this Parliament is a welcome indicator of that ongoing commitment. However, we urge the Government to work closely with industry to accelerate the delivery as delays in getting major projects to market make it more difficult for the supply chain to plan ahead and invest in the key areas required to support the Government’s wider economic reform plans. At Octavius, we stand ready to invest in the skills and technologies needed to support the ambitious plans for critical infrastructure to support new homes, the long-term reform of the rail sector through the establishment of Great British Railways and the expansion of the UK’s aviation capacity.”
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