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The value of design

Aug. 1, 2004

[MMC-IMG=804-A=Left] Barry Munday, chairman of architectural firm PRP, argues that PPG3 requirements should not be treated with scepticism. They can enable housebuilders to produce schemes that can be a marketing dream and lead to higher profits

english partnerships

Aug. 1, 2004

English Partnerships’ role in housing in the UK has grown dramatically in the past couple of years. It now has a brownfield landbank of more than 2,500 hectares, is partnering with the private sector and demanding high standards from the firms who want to

john stewart’s housing viewpoint: Castles in the sky

Aug. 1, 2004

[MMC-IMG=802-A=Left] Anyone with doubts about the present government’s policies for housing supply should take a look at emerging Conservative policies. Things could only get worse, argues John Stewart

moves and appointments

Aug. 1, 2004

UEPC president elected

Aug. 1, 2004

Industry fears EU Landfill Directive could hit brownfield development

Aug. 1, 2004

The industry is bracing itself for the full effect of new hazardous waste disposal legislation following the EU Landfill Directive’s Hazardous Waste Provisions coming into force on July 16.