December 2023 / January 2024

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In this issue

The Year Ahead

What’s in store for 2024? Suzie Mayes asks the industry for its hopes and predictions for the next 12 months while addressing the various issues to tackle, taking in politics, policies, and the economy.

The Interview – Matthew Pratt, Redrow

Matthew Pratt has been with Redrow for the past 20 years, spending the last three as ceo. He talks to Suzie Mayes about gradual evolution, challenging market conditions and how he wishes to help with the environment agenda.

Standard Practice

NHBC gives an overview of its Standards for 2024, defining the technical requirements and performance standards for the design and construction of a new homes registration with the organisation.

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There are two ways to view the housebuilding landscape at the moment, says Ben Roskrow. It is whether you are a glass half empty, or glass half full sort of person

High-rise pause

The industry is experiencing delays in gaining approval to build high-rise residential buildings through the new Building Safety Regulator. Suzie Mayes looks at the reasons why

The Interview – Joshua Hopkins, Lee Barnard, Denbury Homes

Joshua Hopkins, md of Denbury Homes, and Lee Barnard, the company’s new ceo, talk to Suzie Mayes about their big growth plans for the SME formerly known as Hopkins & Moore

Quality assurance

NHBC explains its new Quality Assurance Reviews and Certification, offering a holistic view of quality across a housebuilding business