Government launches zero carbon challenge
Communities secretary Ruth Kelly has challenged housebuilders to come up with low and zero carbon developments within the next six months.
Linden close to deal with Galliford Try
Galliford Try looks set to acquire Linden after the two companies announced they were in \"exclusive discussions\" regarding a possible takeover.
Barratt to acquire Wilson Bowden
Barratt is set to reclaim its place at number one of the UK housebuilding league table, following the Wilson Bowden board’s agreement to a cash and share offer, which values the Leicestershire-based private developer at £2.2 billion, or 2,245 pence per share.
Barratt among first timer buyers\' fund beneficiaries
Barratt is among a clutch of developers awarded government in a big to drag more first time buyers onto the ever elusive property ladder.
Reward home owners\' energy saving efforts – MPs
A group of MPs is urging the government to reward consumers’ attempts to cut energy consumption within the home, through incentives such as council tax bill discounts.
Princes Foundation & HBF recognise design commitment
A new initiative aimed at promoting \"traditional values\" in housebuilding has been jointly launched by the Princes Foundation for the Built Environment and the Home Builders Federation.
Bellway predicts record half-yearly profits
Bellway is expecting to make record profits for the six months to January 31, as it released it latest trading update. The Group’s legal completions are up 10% on last year, with average selling prices also up from £167,000 to £173,000.
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