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ABI calls for mandatory sprinklers in care homes and schools
The Association of British Insurers has called for the government to make sprinklers mandatory in buildings such as care homes and schools.
1.2 million more homes needed to meet demand
A new analysis has revealed 1.2 million new homes are needed to meet the demand for property across Britain…
An analysis from the Yorkshire Building...
Commercial spaces could be the key to creating affordable homes
A new case study has suggested empty commercial spaces can be viable and attractive opportunities to create affordable homes…
Charity Empty Homes has revealed the...
Consumers will pay more for healthier homes
A new report from the UK Green Building Council suggests consumers are willing to pay more for healthier homes…
Consumers are willing to pay more...
Without the zero carbon homes standard can we achieve carbon reduction?
The vision of zero carbon homes is not all lost according to Mike Foster, CE at the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA)...
In December 2006,...
Smart homes gain interest but concerns remain
New research has revealed there is a growing interest in smart homes from consumers, but a number of concerns may be holding back uptake
An...
Miller Homes and Wates join forces
Miller Homes and Wates have entered into a joint venture with the aim of increasing business opportunities for both organisations…
Housebuilders Miller Homes and Wates...
Gladman denied planning appeal for 120 homes in Herefordshire
Developer Gladman has been denied planning permission to construct 120 new homes in Bromyard, Herefordshire…
A planning inspector has thrown out a planning appeal to...
Developers cast doubt on starter homes delivery
Developers have cast doubt on the ability to deliver the government’s target of 200,000 starter homes by 2020…
Last week, the government finally passed the...
New study reveals problems with construction trainee qualifications
Information gathered via a Freedom of Information request has found a significant number of people studying a construction qualification will never be able to...
BWF publishes new guidance for Part Q compliance
The British Woodworking Federation has published new technical guidance for door and window manufacturers.
Zero Carbon Homes policy defeated again
The government has successfully halted zero carbon homes plans after defeating the policy by just four votes…
Last year the government caused a furore by...
Court of Appeal decision will help build homes on small sites
Small sites will be exempt from affordable homes contributions, which will enable developers to build more properties…
Housing and Planning Minister Brandon Lewis has welcomed...
Brexit could see a fall in number of homes built in...
A new survey has revealed four in 10 housebuilders in the capital believe Brexit would impact their business…
London housebuilders believe an exit from the...
Lords vote in favour of zero carbon homes
The House of Lords has voted in favour of bringing back carbon standards for homes after government attempts to scale back green policies…
Last year,...
The future of low energy homes
BSRIA highlight a recent event hosted on low energy homes and discuss what the future holds for the sector...Â
BSRIA recently staged an event on...
Lords vote to moderate starter homes plans
The House of Lords has stood against some of the government’s plans for starter homes, namely the discounted rate for first time buyers…
The government...
Affordable homes – the challenge for councils
The LGA argue that councils must have the flexibilities to shape the number, location, types and quality of starter homes to ensure that they...
The new housing standards: Are they fit for purpose?
Jean Hewitt, Director of the Centre for Accessible Environments examines the new housing standards and explains how we can achieve accessibility in our housing...
Newcastle gets housing and care solutions
Work has started on a £27m mixed homes development in Newcastle, with Newcastle City Council, Leazes Homes, Your Homes Newcastle and construction specialist, Keepmoat,...
University report criticises government’s zero carbon homes policy cuts
A new report from two major universities has brought to light the serious impact of cutting the zero-carbon homes plan…
The University of Westminster and...
New build housing completions in Scotland increase four per cent
Statistics have revealed the number of new homes completed in Scotland has grown by four per cent when compared to the previous year…
Official statistics...
CBI calls for next Mayor of London to build 50,000 homes...
The next Mayor of London must commit to building 50,000 homes a year to ensure the capital remains attractive...
The CBI has called on the...
Energy efficient homes should be charged less stamp duty
A new report from think tank Policy Exchange has called for stamp duty to be cut for energy efficient homes and raised for homes...
Research finds SuperHomes are both low-carbon and low-energy
New research from the National Energy Foundation has revealed low-carbon SuperHomes are also low-energy…
SuperHomes are both low-carbon and low-energy, according to new research. SuperHomes...
Developers accused of restricting new home builds to increase profits
The chair of the Local Government Select Committee has accused developers of restricting the supply of new homes in an attempt to increase their...