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NPPF "risks unsustainable development" - CLG Committee

Dec. 19, 2014

The National Planning Policy Framework does not do enough to protect against unsustainable development, according to a report published by the Communities and …

Bewley Homes enjoys strong growth

Dec. 17, 2014

Bewley Homes saw its turnover rise from £19 million in 2013 to £70 million this year, in the period covering the 12 months to October 2014.

Avant Homes sold to hedge fund consortium

Dec. 15, 2014

A hedge fund consortium has acquired Avant Homes, it was confirmed today (December 15).  

PM launches Starter Home initiative

Dec. 15, 2014

Prime minister David Cameron is today (December 15) set to launch the government’s Starter Home initiative which will offer homes at a 20% discount to 10…

Housebuilders welcome National Infrastructure Plan measures

Dec. 3, 2014

Housebuilders have welcomed measures to speed up planning and housing delivery as part of the government’s National Infrastructure Plan.    

Crestleads the way at The Housebuilder Awards 2014

Crestleads the way at The Housebuilder Awards 2014

Dec. 1, 2014

Crest Nicholson was crowned large Housebuilder of the Year at the 2014 Housebuilder Awards at a packed ceremony in London in November.

Space and energy efficiency most important for home buyers

Dec. 1, 2014

Living close to the shops or the best schools no longer tops the priority list for home buyers, according to a new report from British Gypsum.

NHBC launches Part L guides

Dec. 1, 2014

NHBC has published guidance on Part L 2013 - conservation of fuel and power in new buildings - which came into effect in April.

Berkeley and National Grid form new homes jv

Dec. 1, 2014

Berkeley Group has entered into a joint venture with National Grid to deliver around 14,000 new homes across London and the south east with the partnership set…

Housebuilders report "more normal" market

Dec. 1, 2014

Housebuilders have reported a return to more settled market conditions after the surge in demand triggered by Help to Buy last year.