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Letwin Review published

25 Jun 2018

A greater mix of house types, designs and tenures on large housing sites could “substantially accelerate” the overall build out rate of large sites, Sir Oliver Letwin has stated in his Independent Review of Build Out Rates, published today (June 25).

Berkeley profits up in difficult market

20 Jun 2018

Berkeley Group saw its pre-tax profit climb 15.1% to £934.9 million during its financial year ending April 30 2018 against the equivalent period the previous year.

Government publishes consultation on combustible materials

19 Jun 2018

The government has published its consultation on banning the use of combustible materials on the external walls of high rise residential buildings.

Good sales but cost challenges for Crest

12 Jun 2018

Crest Nicholson and Bellway have reported good sales performances, but with Crest experiencing dented margins thanks to build cost inflation during its half year.

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Kier and Homes England announce 10-year jv

8 Jun 2018

Kier Living, Homes England and Cross Keys Homes have joined forces to deliver up to 5,400 new homes over the next decade in “areas of the country with the greatest need”.