Home Search
housebuilding - search results
If you're not happy with the results, please do another search
Land and skills shortages threaten housebuilding
A new survey has revealed land shortages and a lack of skilled workers could derail housebuilding targets…
Chronic shortages of both land and skilled workers...
Housebuilding activity sees slowdown
Expansion in the housebuilding sector reached its weakest level in March for more than three years, it has emerged…
The Markit/CIPS construction purchasing managers’ index...
Housebuilding industry recognises UK’s best site managers
Five site managers have been recognised as the top talent in their field during the NHBC’s Pride in the Job Awards...
The top site managers...
Skills shortage holds up housebuilding
A new survey has warned a major shortage of skilled workers in the construction sector could put a hold on projects...
A shortage of skilled...
Neighbourhood planning powers boost housebuilding
Housing and Planning Minister Brandon Lewis said neighbourhood plans have helped housebuilding rates increase by more than 10 per cent…
Giving local communities a say...
Housebuilding across the UK sees growth
According to new figures released by the National Housebuilding Council, the number of new homes registered in the first three months of the year...
Housebuilding rates continue to increase
New figures have shown that there has been an increase in the number of homes being built across the country...
According to the latest figures,...
How will the Supreme Court’s climate impact ruling affect future projects?
A major decision handed down by the Supreme Court ruling that oil companies must factor in greenhouse gas emissions from drilling will add uncertainty and delay to major future projects, writes David Harries, partner and head of planning at Aaron & Partners
ICW: Partnering with builders and developers to deliver quality new homes
ICW, one of the UK’s leading providers of residential and commercial warranties, plays a pivotal role in delivering quality new homes and raising standards across the housebuilding industry.
Housing targets and economic growth key focus of King’s Speech
Prime minister Keir Starmer placed the economy at the forefront of his first King's Speech today, with policy reforms geared towards encouraging growth.
Monthly construction output gains 1.9% bump from warm weather
The latest ONS figures show that an increase in new work and repair and maintenance, anecdotally attributed to good weather, boosted construction output in May 2024.
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.
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.
The UK’s progress towards a Passivhaus standard in new homes
A new report from the NHBC Foundation explores the UK’s progress towards adopting a Passivhaus standard, the barriers that remain in house building and the cultural shift required to embed the approach in new homes.
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%.
Sir Keir Starmer lays out his vision for housing
Labour leader Keir Starmer reiterated points from the Labour Manifesto, saying that he would reform planning, increase the supply of affordable housing and maintain Right to Buy.
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.
Crest Nicholson rejects second Bellway bid
The Board of Bellway admitted that their second takeover bid of £650m was rejected by rivals Crest Nicholson in May.
Construction industry reacts to Conservative 2024 manifesto
Prime minister Rishi Sunak launched the Conservative Party 2024 manifesto at the Silverstone racing circuit, with the slogan: "Clear Plan, Bold Action, Secure Future."
Labour plans to get 80,000 young people on housing ladder with...
Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner claimed Labour was the "party of homeownership" as they launched the 'Freedom to Buy' scheme.
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.
Knauf announces £171.5m rock mineral wool factory in the UK
Global insulation products manufacturer Knauf Insulation will invest around €200m (£171.5m) in a new rock mineral wool factory to serve the UK market.
UK exits recession- but construction still suffers 0.9% decrease in Q1
The UK has officially exited its latest recession- but construction output was held back by the decline in housebuilding.
What’s the future for MMC?
Why do so many MMC ventures fail? Jenny Smith-Andrews, head of marketing at H+H UK, suggests that it’s time for a rethink when it comes to funding innovation in housebuilding.