March 2016

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In this issue

Rather Regal

we profile Regal Homes, a firm bringing innovation to the capital

Planning changes

Reviews of the Community Infrastructure Levy and the New Homes Bonus could bring disruption to the industry

The Housebuilder interview

Bob Weston of Weston Homes and his “five-a-day” strategy

NHBC Tech Zone

A new, free on-line resource for technical developments from NHBC

Financial fortunes

Smaller housebuilders are still struggling to secure development finance

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Winning women in construction

Following the launch of an APPG campaign to improve the representation of women in housebuilding, Suzie Mayes reports on what the industry is doing to achieve a better gender balance, women’s experiences and the attraction issues that remain.

Tracking MMC trends

As part of Building for Tomorrow 2024, Chris Hall, NHBC’s technical innovation manager, gives the latest on housebuilders’ uptake of modern methods of construction (MMC).

HBF Viewpoint

Twenty years after economist Kate Barker wrote her Review of Housing Supply, Laurence Thompson, HBF policy and campaigns assistant, looks back at her findings and what progress has been made to address her recommendations.

The Interview – Grayham Tucker, Cavanna Homes

Last year, Grayham Tucker became Cavanna Homes’ md, with the century-old business now led by non-family members. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his sustainability drive, new specifications and honouring the family values.