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In the pipeline

Feb. 1, 2006

Industry concerns over sustainable homes code

Feb. 1, 2006

The industry is concerned that the government has not allocated enough time to properly take into account consultation responses on the draft code for sustaina…

Thames Gateway undesirable

Feb. 1, 2006

The government must invest in infrastructure and community facilities in the Thames Gateway if the region is to attract buyers, an independent think-tank has w…

Miller restructures

Feb. 1, 2006

Miller Homes is undergoing a nationwide restructure following its £264 million acquisition of Fairclough last September.

Miliband at HBF conference

Feb. 1, 2006

David Miliband will address the industry at the HBF’s Barker conference on February 23, alongside Kate Barker, professor sir Peter Hall and James Paton, HM Tre…

Developers cautiously optimistic about market

Feb. 1, 2006

Bellway has begun the year in a strong position, having already secured 75% of its forward sales target.

Crest’s new family-friendly range based on adaptable “core blocks”

Feb. 1, 2006

Crest Nicholson is planning to launch a new “intermediate housing range,”designed to appeal to families while also meeting the requirements of the government’s…

Fresh round of mergers continues

Feb. 1, 2006

A series of mergers and acquisitions are brewing across the industry.

Developers unconvinced by PGS pledge

Feb. 1, 2006

Developers have reacted with dismay to news that the government is considering levying a new land tax additional to section 106, following the chancellor’s pre…