April 2019

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HBF Policy Conference

The HBF Policy Conference covered a wide range of issues facing the industry, with challenges old and new up for debate. Housebuilder reports

The Interview - Chris Weedon, Stonebond Properties

Chris Weedon is the amiable md of Stonebond properties, a small housebuilder owned by the founders of Countryside. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his ambitious growth trajectory, taking care over community consultation and what he has learned from his years at Countryside

Nature net gain

In its Spring Statement, the government confirmed it would mandate biodiversity net gain in new schemes in England. Before this announcement, Suzie Mayes found out the industry's views on the plans and what housebuilders are doing to encourage and protect biodiversity

MMC identity

Richard Lankshear, NHBC's innovation manager, looks at what is deemed a modern method of construction and the systems NHBC has been reviewing

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The Interview Paul Silver, Dorchester Living

Paul Silver is CEO of Dorchester Living, a developer delivering the large community of Heyford Park. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his commitment to the project, community engagement and the future vision for his long-term scheme

Struggling to Find a Buyer

The Financial situation of housing associations means housebuilders are finding it increasingly difficult to fulfil their obligations to provide affordable homes. Mark Smulian reports on the desperately needed properties that cannot be bought

HBF Viewpoint

Emma Ramell, HBF's director of external affairs, reflects on the parties' general election manifestos and how much importance was placed on housing. She also highlights what the industry wants from the next government

The Road to Quality

The Quality Award winners of NHBC Pride in the Job were announced in June. The organisation details the process of this esteemed competition and explains how it can build legacies