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Actis welcomes new government’s housebuilding targets
New housebuilding targets introduced this week by the new UK government have been welcomed by insulation specialist Actis.
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.
Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win
With a majority of 85 seats and counting, Labour will lead the next government, with Sir Keir Starmer becoming prime minister.
What does the Labour manifesto promise for UK construction?
Curious about what Labour's 400+ seat victory means for UK construction? PBC Today recaps the key points from the Labour manifesto.
Construction industry braces for General Election 2024
As the country prepares to go to the polls tomorrow for the 2024 general election, the construction industry turns its focus to the next government.
Multiple green belt areas at risk of building expansion in the...
New study reveals Guildford’s green belt is most likely to be prioritised for building work after the election, as housebuilding in the area increases by 80%.
How a new Government can revitalise UK housebuildingÂ
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.
What does the future of modular construction look like?
In 2022, Des Duddy of Protrade predicted a golden year for modular and offsite – but the promising picture has largely failed to materialise. Despite the setbacks, he explains why he believes the sector still has a big role to play in solving some of construction’s biggest challenges.
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.
Ministers must work with industry to deliver new homes, says HBF
The latest Housing Pipeline Report from the Home Builders Federation has revealed that the number of new homes and sites given planning permission has continued to plummet in the 12 months to March 2024.
Springfield and Barratt sign partnership to deliver Stirling village
The new partnership between Springfield Properties and Barratt Developments is set to accelerate the delivery of a new 3,042-home village on the outskirts of Stirling
Construction industry reacts to shock general election 2024 announcement
Although the General Election was known to be happening this year, Rishi Sunak took the UK by surprise yesterday by setting a date for the 4th July.
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.
Dandara Living set to build 1,300 new homes in Digbeth
Birmingham City Council has approved Dandara Living’s application to deliver over 1,300 new homes at Warner’s Fields in Digbeth.
TopHat managing director to move on after just four years in...
The modular housebuilder's tumultous year continues, as managing director of TopHat, Andrew Shepherd, will depart after four years.
Industry statistics showcase successful offsite construction projects
You could be forgiven for thinking that offsite construction projects have seen little success following negative headlines, but as Jackie Maginnis, chief executive of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA) knows only too well, there are some phenomenal stories waiting to be told.
What’s wrong with UK construction?
A roundtable discussion with business leaders from across the UK offsite sector was recently hosted by networking facilitator Anna Whiting and chaired by reputation management specialist Joanne Bridges to look some of the key issues and drivers for change in the modular sector and the wider construction industry.
Labour sets out golden rules for housebuilding
Labour has published five golden rules for housebuilding, prioritising development on brownfield and 'grey belt' land to deliver 1.5 million homes by 2030.
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.
Why data holds the key to unlocking development opportunities
Paul Davis, co-founder at Nimbus, describes how reliable data, technology and the insights they provide are the keys to unlocking development opportunities.
TopHat MMC factory in Corby put on ice
TopHat's Corby factory was originally meant to start construction in 2023, before being pushed back to an unspecified 2024 date.
Government halts construction of 38,000 homes over second staircase delay
According to recent figures, at least 38,000 new homes in London have been halted due to the government's failure to clarify the second staircase fire safety regulation.
Re-flow analysis: Spring budget industry roundup
In the wake of the 2024 spring budget, national attention has sidelined key policy changes. Amidst this, the construction industry, as highlighted by Re-flow, scrutinises the budget's impact beyond the surface noise.
How offsite and MMC pave the way to a brighter future...
Angela Mansell, managing director of Mansell Building Solutions, explores the role offsite and MMC have to play in the future of construction.
“It was a flop”: Construction industry reacts to Spring 2024 Budget
As the chancellor laid out the last budget of the financial year- and possibly the last before a general election- the UK construction industry has its say.
Understanding the Spring Budget 2024- and what it means for UK...
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered the Spring Budget for 2024, delivering promised tax cuts- and not much else.