March 2017

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MARCH17-COVER

In this issue

The Housing White Paper

Is it a slow burning game changer?

The Housebuilder Interview

We meet John Elliott of Millwood Designer Homes

Fit for kings

A visit to Higgins Homes Kings Crescent development in Hackney, London

Industry Diversity

NHBC Foundation research finds that the industry needs to attract a more diverse workforce

Kitchen tales

We look at the kitchen appliance and furniture market

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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.