Breedon has campaigned for British cement productionRevenues were up by 5% on a reported basis, and by 3% on a like-for-like basis, after mergers and acquisitions. EBITDA was broadly stable across the group, with a 14% like-for-like rise in the US offset by declines in housebuilding in Great Britain. In Ireland, revenue growth stood at 12%, supported by major projects in the Republic, some of which had been delayed. In the US, Breedon saw a 20% boost, supported by strong trading, advanced pricing, and contributions from recent acquisitions. “Across the balance of the year, we expect continued positive momentum in Ireland and the US, with organic growth supported by contributions from the acquisitions completed to date.