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Green flatpack housing unveiled at Energy House 2.0
Vector Homes has unveiled a prototype rapid-build flatpack housing system built using sustainable and advanced materials at the Energy House 2.0 research facility at the University of Salford. Chief executive Nathan Feddy discusses the mission to cut carbon, cost and complexity in construction.
Home Builders Federation unveils 10-Point plan to improve UK housing supply
The Home Builders Federation has released a 10-point plan of solutions to help the government improve the UK housing supply and provide the nation with much-needed homes.
Standardised modules dock into living spaces for a flexible hybrid housing...
As the construction industry scratches its head wondering how to make the dream of volumetric MMC a reality, could a novel hybrid housing concept be the catalyst that finally drives it mainstream?
Opportunities in crisis: Is offsite construction at a tipping point?
Amid economic uncertainty and global turmoil, offsite construction is seemingly facing a bleak outlook. However, Mark Beirne of Cara EPS and a director of Offsite Alliance, argues that the crises besetting the sector can also prove a tipping point to go mainstream.
Demand for energy-efficient homes could spark a rise in modular housing
The ‘Green Shoots: The Future of UK Housebuilding’ report from Make UK Modular has revealed public support for more energy-efficient homes.
‘Zero chance’ to achieving housing targets without MMC, says Top Hat...
Top Hat chair Carl Leaver spoke before the House of Lords on goverment plans for standardised MMC, housing targets and the skills shortage.
Porsche and ABB Robotics to work on modular housing manufacturing tech
Porsche Consulting has partnered with ABB Robotics to work on technology for modular housing manufacturing.
Investing in innovation now to ensure energy efficient housing for the...
Andy Merrin, innovation and decarbonisation director at United Living Property Services, explores the next steps needed to deliver energy efficient housing for the UK.
English housing is worst in Europe, report finds
England has the lowest number of houses available in the developed world, and the highest rate of inadequate housing in Europe at 15%.
Cost of maintaining Parliament £7m more than rest of country’s housing...
The £100m average annual bill for maintaining the Houses of Parliament is higher than the average yearly spend (£93m) issued for home improvement grants, according to a new report- all coming at the taxpayer's expense.
Is refurbishment the answer to meeting UK housing demand?
With the UK’s ongoing housing crisis seeming to go from bad to worse, could refurbishment be the answer to meeting UK housing demand? Carl Yale, Lovell, explores.
18 months later: what the Mosey Report has meant for social...
It’s been 18 months since Professor David Mosey’s Constructing the Gold Standard report was published, but how have its recommendations been taken on board in the social housing sector?
How can retirement communities tackle the social care crisis?
In this article, Andrew Milsom, NHBC, explores the rising demand for retirement communities as the UK seeks a solution to its ageing population and social care crisis.
Construction technology trends: paving the way for the future of the...
In this article, Build Warranty delves into the construction technology trends that are poised to redefine the UK housing market and explores their potential implications.
NHBC launches Housing Association insights collection
NHBC has brought together leaders in housing association development to share their thoughts on this increasingly very important sector.
Housing minister greenlights £80M affordable housing development in Edinburgh
The West Craigs £80 million Edinburgh affordable housing development will create 425 energy-efficient homes under the supervision of the Wheatley Group.
Empty buildings have ‘significant potential’ as genuinely affordable housing, say MPs
Two all-party groups of MPs have called on the government to act on creating genuinely affordable housing, as 14% of retail unit space and 7% of office space sit vacant.
We must go further than scaling up the Social Housing Decarbonisation...
Scaling up the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund: a significant step in the right direction, but more action is needed, says Homelink CEO Chris Jones
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LGA chairman calls for new council housebuilding approach to tackle crisis
The outgoing Chairman of the Local Government Association (LGA) emphasised the need to grant each area in England a new local council housebuilding deal by 2025.
National Home Decarbonisation Group to drive UK housing retrofits
Chaired by Derek Horrocks, the National Home Decarbonisation Group will create a collaborative plaftorm for Tier 1 contractors and suppliers.
UK government launches taskforce to revolutionise housing for older people
The UK government have bought together a team of experts to improve housing for older people and alleviate the housing crisis.
Understanding the human benefits of social housing decarbonisation
Derek Horrocks, of Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd, discusses why the real-life benefits of decarbonisation cannot be underestimated in social housing.
Professor Julienne Meyer appointed as chair for Older People’s Housing Taskforce
The Older People's Housing Taskforce will work across multiple sectors to increase volume and options for senior housing in the UK.
£1.8bn Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund to improve energy efficiency of social...
A total of £1.8bn has been awarded through multiple grant schemes such as the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund to improve energy efficiency across the UK.
United Living secures two National Housing Maintenance Forum Framework spots
United Living Property Services (ULPS), a subsidiary of United Living Group, have been awarded a place on two National Housing Maintenance Forum (NHMF) frameworks.
Make UK Modular celebrates raised profile of modular housing in first...
Make UK Modular has celebrated building a significant consultory relationship with the government on behalf of the UK modular housing sector.