Draft PPS3 must not avoid political taboos – HBF
The industry must seek to ensure that the government’s consultation draft of planning policy statement 3 (PPS3) on housing contains reasonable standards on car parking and density, HBF economics affairs director John Stewart has warned.
Westbury acquisition pushes Persimmon into FTSE 100
The year is drawing to a close with a fresh round of industry mergers and takeovers as challenging market conditions continue. Persimmon is acquiring Westbury for £643 million and Wimpey has announced plans to merge Laing Homes, which it acquired three ye
HBF ceo resigns
[MMC-IMG=2016-A=Left] Home Builders Federation chief executive Rob Ashmead has resigned, following four years in the role. During his time at the HBF, Ashmead spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving relations between the government and industry and imp
Design of new housing slammed by CABE and Rogers’ urban taskforce
Housebuilders have faced a two-pronged attack in recent weeks as both CABE and Lord Richard Rogers’ urban taskforce have criticised the standard of new housing design.
Barratt Elektron towers
Artisan's half-yearly profits up 51%
Prices unchanged for first time in 16 months
Persimmon to buy Westbury for £643 million
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