House prices on the rise as interest rates held
The average London house price rose by 1% during September to £250,907. The latest data from Haart estate agents shows prices continuing to increase after the summer lull to their highest ever level, with homes in south west London now the most expensive at £285,000.
DCLG puts Dunn in charge of regulations
Shona Dunn will take charge of Buildings Regulations at the DCLG as part of a reorganisation of the department.
Government launches new shared equity scheme
The government has launched a new shared equity scheme that it says will help 20,000 people onto the property ladder.
New flood risk consultation laws take effect this week
The government has this week introduced more stringent consultation standards for sites at risk of flooding, requiring local planning authorities to consult with the Environment Agency when a planning application is submitted on such sites.
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