Construction
Construction represented 5.2% of GVA during 2007. In June 2008, it was reported that 4,980 people were employed full-time in the construction and quarrying sector.
St. Helier, and the Waterfront area in particular, has seen much redevelopment during the early 21st century, with several projects in planning or under-construction during 2009. Developments include a leisure complex, the Radisson hotel, and a new central bus station - Liberty Station. As of 2009, there are plans to sink the A1 road, to provide building sites above it for offices, possibly for financial companies.
Construction grew by 8% over the period 2006 to 2007.
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