A paradox for 2020 and beyond
Ben Roskrow looks at the maxim for life that has helped many get through the difficult days of 2020
How to make resident management work
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…
Using the recovery to close the skills gap
The government’s Coronavirus Recovery campaign offers a vital opportunity to close the skills gap says David Hall of British Gypsum
Seeking an adaptable marketing strategy
Georgie Frampton, account director at Aylesworth Fleming, says housebuilders must be proactive, responsive, and able to flex with the economic situation
The fight to “keep in control"
BECG managing director Andrew Howard assesses whether the government’s radical planning reform can survive opposition from its own party
Are we at a tipping point?
Arcadis partner Richard Jones considers the five key elements that will determine the direction of the economy and the residential market in the next few months
The planning white paper and the future of strategic planning
James Stevens, HBF’s director for cities, argues that we need to consider strategic planning that looks far beyond the short term
Focusing on progress and innovation
HBF executive chairman Stewart Baseley sums up the big issues facing the new homes industry and backs the sector to show resilience in uncertain times ahead
Looking forward to no more surprises in 2021
Ben Roskrow looks ahead to 2021 with hope, and a little trepidation
Algorithm of the night: the housing numbers meltdown
Paul Smith of the Strategic Land Group takes a look at the algorithm devised to calculate local authority housing numbers
