Part L made easy
NHBC Foundation’s recent publication on Part L aims to make compliance a less daunting prospect, particularly for smaller housebuilders. Neil Smith, NHBC’s gro…
England expects
The planning pipeline for England continues to look busy, but elsewhere in the UK it’s a different story. Steve Menary investigates
Open season for planning applications
The first Thursday in May should be flagged up as the opening of the planning application season, advises Stephen Byfield of PPS Group
Linden branches out
Galliford Try’s housebuilding division is speeding ahead with its expansion programme. And the next stage is a rebrand under the name of Linden Homes. Suzie Ma…
A year in coalition politics
Suzie Mayes takes a detailed look at the coalition’s first year. Has it delivered on the promises of its radical policies and what does the industry think?
Future proof solar PV
In the second Redland Roofing Masterclass, Dr Kevin Ley, technical manager at the company, suggests what to look out for to make sure any solar PV technology y…
Pitched roof performance
Pitched roofs have been causing some home owner complaints. But NHBC is addressing the issue through an action plan designed to help industry improve quality a…
The Future of Housing
Since 2007, the Futures Group has been working up masonry solutions to aid housebuilders on the road to zero carbon. Suzie Mayes talks to the group’s key playe…
Newport Unlimited
Newport was in the spotlight at the end of last year when it hosted the Ryder Cup. But more is to come, with its 20-year regeneration project spearheaded by Ne…
Notes from the coalface of localism
Stephen Byfield, managing director of communications consultancy PPS Group, wonders whether the government understands what good consultation really costs.
