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Government announces biggest council housebuilding programme in 20 years

Sept. 9, 2009

Housing minister John Healey has today (September 9) announced the biggest council housebuilding programme for almost 20 years.

Barratt to launch £500 million rights issue - The Times

Sept. 7, 2009

Barratt Developments is to launch a £500 million rights issue, according to reports.

Construction decline slows but is still a "sick man" - CIPS

Sept. 3, 2009

The construction industry has shown a light slowing in decline, the first in 18 months, according to the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS).

HBF View: Political differences

Sept. 1, 2009

With the general election approaching, HBF executive chairman Stewart Baseley wonders whether Labour’s 3 million homes target will re-emerge and considers the …