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House prices rise 0.3% - Rightmove

House prices rose fractionally by 0.3% in June, according to Rightmove’s house price index.

HCA London arm faces axe as devolution plans announced

The Mayor of London Boris Johnson wishes to take over the Homes and Communities Agency’s London region in a move to create a “better focused” Greater London Au…

Market share for first time buyers hits low - CML

First time buyers had the lowest share of the house purchase market since September 2007, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Political uncertainty touches Bellway sales

Housebuilder Bellway has said that uncertainty surrounding government spending cuts has had some effect on its sales and visitor levels.

NHPAU survey shows support for new homes

The UK public is much more supportive of new housing development than originally thought, according to a survey published by the National Housing and Planning …

Government to abolish "garden grabbing" and scrap minimum density targets

The government has confirmed today (June 9) that it will stop “garden grabbing” and scrap the minimum density target for new housing.

House prices dip 0.4% in May - Halifax

House prices slipped 0.4% in May, according to the Halifax house price index.

House prices 9.5% below peak - Nationwide

House prices are now 9.5% below their 2007 peak, according to Nationwide.

Ex-Redrow boss takes over at Gladedale

movers & shakers

showcasing new appointments and moves within the housebuilding and supply industry