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BRE sets out 100-day roadmap for new Labour Government
BRE's 100-day roadmap calls for the Government to prioritise low-carbon innovation in construction, improving EPCs, and the creation of a Decent Homes Standard for the Private Rented Sector.
Will Labour’s New Towns plan solve the housing crisis?
People live in houses, not planning permissions. Solving the housing crisis is at least a two-parliament problem, says David Blackadder-Weinstein, Director, Strategic Communications at Turley.
The New Era: Labour Government and the future of the UK...
Labour’s manifesto outlined a series of ambitious plans to address the housing crisis, emphasising affordability, sustainability, and community empowerment. Here’s a closer look at how the housing landscape is expected to evolve under this new administration.
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise house building in first official...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will make her first major speech in the role today, speaking to business leaders about prioritising housebuilding to build economic growth.
One in three homes with planning permission left unbuilt
Since 2015, over a million homes granted planning permission in England and Wales have been left unbuilt, according to the inaugural Planning Portal Market Index.
Over 6.5m people could be stuck in dangerous homes by end...
More than 6.5 million people could still be living in dangerous homes by the end of next parliament, despite manifesto pledges to tackle the poor quality housing, say Safe Homes Now campaigners.
How a new Government can revitalise UK housebuilding
Rachel Hughes, marketing director at Wienerberger UK and Ireland, explains what the General Election could mean for UK housebuilding, and how the next government can pave the way for success.
Home Builders Federation to welcome new chief executive in Neil Jefferson
Neil Jefferson will take up the position of the Home Builders Federation from 1 July, as Stewart Baseley steps back to the chairman role.
Exploring the Future Homes Standard and UKCW with Andrew Orriss
PBC Today caught up with Andrew Orriss after this year’s UK Construction Week, examining the current and coming impact of the Future Homes Standard.
Councils to be given powers to use compulsory purchase orders for...
Lawrence Turner, director of Boyer, discusses the new powers for councils to use compulsory purchase orders to acquire land for affordable housing and notes that these changes will take effect regardless of the election outcome.
Introducing the new Fischer Eco Electric Boiler
Electric Heating manufacturer Fischer Future Heat has announced the launch of a brand new Eco Electric Boiler.
Labour announces New Towns Code with 40% affordable housing targets
Speaking at the UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) event in Leeds today, Deputy leader of the opposition Angela Rayner announced Labour's plan for housing, including a New Towns Code, part of a planned 1.5m new homes built over five years.
Permitted development rights now allow farmers to convert unused buildings into...
Extended permitted development rights have now come into effect, allowing farmers to convert their unused buildings into homes and shops.
Fixing dangerous homes in England could save over £1.5bn in health...
New research from the Centre for Ageing Better has found that the NHS could save nearly £600m annually by fixing dangerous homes where the head of the household is aged 55 or older.
UKGBC urges £64bn retrofit programme to revitalise Britain’s homes and economy
The UKGBC has called for the next UK government to upgrade Britain's homes, offices, and public spaces through a £64bn programme of national government investment.
New home registrations fall in first quarter of 2024
NHBC has revealed that there were 21,967 new home registrations in quarter one of 2024, down 20% on Q1 2023.
Scandia-Hus showcases thermal efficiency of Actis-insulated homes
Timber frame specialist Scandia-Hus is to showcase the energy efficiency of its Actis-insulated homes when it opens its newest show home later this year.
Designing homes with MMC for the Future Homes Standard
At a time when housing is so desperately needed and demand far outweighs the supply, Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) could be the answer to deliver homes quickly, sustainably, and in volume explains Saint-Gobain Off-Site Solutions.
Homes England grant scheme and S106 agreements are not working in...
Luke Simmons of Cora looks at the Homes England grant scheme, its unintended consequences on the housing market and suggests a way it could be made to work better.
Government review suggests new agency for building remediation
A Homes England review has suggested the creation of a new organisation for building remediation works, with a focus on cladding, retrofitting, and upholding standards for habitable dwellings.
Over half of British homes still only meeting insulation standards of...
Two years after EDF and Sprift's study into the energy efficiency of UK homes, updated research has found that just over half of British homes are still only meeting the insulation standards of fifty years ago.
What the Future Homes Standard means for development finance
In this article, Marcus Higgins, director and national head of project monitoring at Naismiths, discusses The Future Homes Standard, and what it means for development finance.
Combatting damp, mould, and condensation for healthier homes
Good governance, information management, proactive communication and education can help landlords maintain compliance – and potentially save lives – by tackling damp, mould and condensation (DMC).
Retrofitting older homes for a greener future
As the UK races against the clock to meet its carbon goals, retrofitting older homes emerges as a critical strategy, explains Trevor Wilkins, managing director at PAH Building & Construction.
What are the challenges faced in meeting The Future Homes Standard?
To understand the challenges of The Future Homes Standard, Harwood Building Control surveyed industry professionals to find out how changes to Parts F, L, O, and S are affecting their projects.
Wondrwall launches Energy Service Contracts (ESC) for newbuilds
Wondrwall has launched Energy Service Contracts (ESC), a renewable technology for newbuilds, which will save housebuilders and homeowners money.