Features

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

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Wates showcases young talent in National Apprenticeship Week

Feb. 5, 2024 Feature

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, Wates introduces four young talents

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Housebuilders show off their talent in National Apprenticeship Week

Feb. 5, 2024 Feature

This week (Feb 5th to 11th) is National Apprenticeship Week. A look at what some housebuilders are doing to attract new talent

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Creating Cora

Jan. 22, 2024 Feature

Luke Simmons has directed the transformation of Cora – formerly Barwood Homes - an SME now with quality and sustainability at its heart. He talks to Suzie Mayes

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NHBC looks to another challenging year ahead

Dec. 17, 2023 Feature

Steve Wood, NHBC’s ceo, considers the issues that will impact the housebuilding industry over the next 12 months

Matthew Pratt

The Interview - Matthew Pratt, Redrow

Dec. 17, 2023 Feature

Redrow veteran Matthew Pratt has been the housebuilder’s ceo since 2020. He talks to Suzie Mayes

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Sustainability and the green agenda

Nov. 13, 2023 Feature

Steve Menary looks at how the various sectors of the supply industry are helping housebuilders prepare for the Future Homes Standard

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Building for Tomorrow returns

Nov. 13, 2023 Feature

NHBC’s Building for Tomorrow Series returns in February, set to reflect the exciting but challenging times ahead for housebuilding. Housebuilder reports

James Dickens

The Interview - James Dickens, Wavensmere Homes

Nov. 3, 2023 Feature

James Dickens is managing director of Wavensmere Homes, an SME specialising in “reanimating” buildings. He talks to Suzie Mayes

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NHBC celebrates the opportunities in construction

Oct. 6, 2023 Feature

To mark UK Construction Week which took place in early October, NHBC celebrates the variety of opportunities within construction

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The Interview - Jennie Daly, Taylor Wimpey

Oct. 4, 2023

TW ceo Jennie Daly talks to Ben Roskrow about her strategy for the company, planning and "positive pride"