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Private registrations rise 113% - NHBC

May 28, 2010

Private sector new home registrations have leapt 113%, NHBC has revealed.

Shapps promises zero carbon definition "within weeks"

May 28, 2010

Housing minister Grant Shapps will be publishing a final zero carbon definition “within weeks,” he has said, reaffirming his pre-election pledge.

Industry will adjust to HCA cuts - Telford

May 28, 2010

Cuts to the HCA’s budget will be a challenge for the industry but it will find ways to adjust, East London developer Telford Homes has said.

Industry can deliver sustainability but must change, says chief construction adviser

May 27, 2010

The industry can deliver on sustainability regardless of “tough” government decisions, according to chief construction adviser Paul Morrell.

Home ownership more important than marriage or children - Barratt

May 18, 2010

Owning a home is more important to people than getting married or having children, according to a Barratt survey. The Barratt Home Buyers Panel, set up to mon…

Bank of England sees home loan slowdown

May 4, 2010

Net home loan lending rose £300 million in March, a marked slowdown on February’s increase of £1.8 billion, the Bank of England has said today (May 4).

movers & shakers

May 1, 2010

showcasing new appointments and moves within the housebuilding and supply industry

KEY ISSUES

May 1, 2010

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