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The latest news, features, comment and analysis of the UK housebuilding market covering policy, regulation, planning, technology, new developments and products

Dan Soulsby

Home – more important than ever

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

Dan Soulsby of Egger (UK) looks back at a remarkable year, takes positives from the challenges and sees beacons of light ahead.

Russell J Owens

The kitchen is the heart of the home

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

Russell J Owens of Whirlpool says a recent survey reveals an increase in popularity for cooking and the resurrection of family mealtimes

Andrew Howard

Communications takeaways for 2021

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

BECG managing director Andrew Howard reflects on communication strategies for 2021

Richard Jones

More certainty on Covid and Brexit

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

Arcadis partner Richard Jones looks at what action might be taken on both the demand and supply side to maintain momentum in the market

David O'Leary

Changing the public perception of Help to Buy

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

HBF policy director David O’Leary looks back on a remarkable year and looks ahead to 2021 and the new Help to Buy

Ben Roskrow

A paradox for 2020 and beyond

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

Ben Roskrow looks at the maxim for life that has helped many get through the difficult days of 2020

Nigel Howell

How to make resident management work

Dec. 4, 2020 Comment

Nigel Howell of FirstPort says that, as residents are given a greater say and responsibility for their homes, housebuilders need to understand how reform will…

David Hall

Using the recovery to close the skills gap

Nov. 4, 2020 Comment

The government’s Coronavirus Recovery campaign offers a vital opportunity to close the skills gap says David Hall of British Gypsum

Georgie Frampton

Seeking an adaptable marketing strategy

Nov. 4, 2020 Comment

Georgie Frampton, account director at Aylesworth Fleming, says housebuilders must be proactive, responsive, and able to flex with the economic situation

Andrew Howard

The fight to “keep in control"

Nov. 4, 2020 Comment

BECG managing director Andrew Howard assesses whether the government’s radical planning reform can survive opposition from its own party