CSO figs show construction earnings rise in 2003

The average weekly earnings for clerical and operative workers in the construction industry increased 1.7% to €675.37, on the twelve months between September 2002 and 2003.

Figures released from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) today say that there was an increase of 3.9% in the hourly rate paid to all grades, from €14.71 to €15.29.