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NHPAU survey shows support for new homes

June 14, 2010

The UK public is much more supportive of new housing development than originally thought, according to a survey published by the National Housing and Planning …

Government to abolish "garden grabbing" and scrap minimum density targets

June 9, 2010

The government has confirmed today (June 9) that it will stop “garden grabbing” and scrap the minimum density target for new housing.

House prices dip 0.4% in May - Halifax

June 7, 2010

House prices slipped 0.4% in May, according to the Halifax house price index.

House prices 9.5% below peak - Nationwide

June 4, 2010

House prices are now 9.5% below their 2007 peak, according to Nationwide.

movers & shakers

June 1, 2010

showcasing new appointments and moves within the housebuilding and supply industry

A tale of two markets for Connells and Hometrack

June 1, 2010

Connells and Hometrack have released housing market surveys which offer contrasting views of the state of the market.