The mass closure of construction sites has been welcomed by architects – even though stalled projects will have serious consequences for many practices.

A partner at one leading architect warned: “This is now a battle for survival for a lot of firms in the sector.” He added it would have immediate effects on his practice.

Self-employed architects and sub-contractors are also facing enormous financial hardship as their wages dry up. They have so far been conspicuously excluded from all the chancellor’s promises to underwrite salaries.

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