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New report to highlight industry's attributes

March 1, 2015

The Home Builders Federation is to produce a report detailing the contribution the housebuilding industry makes to the UK economy and to local communities.

Private sector continues to lead growth - NHBC

Feb. 27, 2015

UK private sector registrations climbed 23% between November 2014 and January 2015 compared to the same period last year, according to NHBC’s latest regi…

McStone announces next stage of growth plan

Feb. 4, 2015

McCarthy & Stone has announced that it is to launch three new regions as part of its growth strategy.

Key decisions needed to increase supply

Feb. 1, 2015

HBF executive chairman Stewart Baseley assesses the key issues influencing the delivery of new homes ahead of the election and beyond

NPPF "risks unsustainable development"

Feb. 1, 2015

The National Planning Policy Framework does not do enough to protect against unsustainable development, according to a report published by the Communities and …

Hedge fund buys Avant

Feb. 1, 2015

A hedge fund consortium has acquired Avant Homes. Lloyds Banking Group sold the housebuilder to Alchemy Special Opportunities, Avenue Capital Group and Angelo …

Redrow appoints Sir Michael Lyons

Redrow appoints Sir Michael Lyons

Feb. 1, 2015

Redrow has appointed Sir Michael Lyons as a nonexecutive director.

PM launches Starter Home initiative

Feb. 1, 2015

Prime minister David Cameron has launched the government's Starter Home initiative which will offer new homes at a 20% discount to 100,000 first time buyers.

Government announces Housing Zones shortlist

Feb. 1, 2015

The government has announced a shortlist of areas set to become Housing Zones in England.