News & Features

The latest news, features, comment and analysis of the UK housebuilding market covering policy, regulation, planning, technology, new developments and products

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Industry considers revamped NPPF

Feb. 8, 2026

A year after the revised National Planning Policy Framework comes another new version. Suzie Mayes reports

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The Interview - Tim Grey, Llanmoor Homes

Feb. 8, 2026

Tim Grey, sales director of South Wales-based Llanmoor Homes, talks to Suzie Mayes

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New Homes Week gives the power to move

Feb. 5, 2026

New Homes Week 2026 is underway this week (February 2-8) with the theme of the “Power to Move.” Suzie Mayes reports

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NHBC Standards 2026

Dec. 4, 2025

NHBC’s Standards for 2026 will be published at the start of the year, with changes to some chapters

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The Interview - Trudie McCormick, Keepmoat Homes

Dec. 4, 2025

Trudie McCormick has been Keepmoat Homes' group technical director since 2015. She talks to Suzie Mayes

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Facing the water challenge

Dec. 1, 2025

Water is becoming a cause for concern for housebuilding. Suzie Mayes reports