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

8 Feb 2026 Feature

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

8 Feb 2026 Feature

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

5 Feb 2026 Feature

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

4 Dec 2025 Feature

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

4 Dec 2025 Feature

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

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Facing the water challenge

1 Dec 2025 Feature

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

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The Interview - Anette Simpson, L&G Affordable Homes

10 Nov 2025 Feature

Anette Simpson is Legal & General Affordable Homes’ director of development and partnerships. She talks to Suzie Mayes

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NHBC introduces Dry Lining Masterclasses

5 Oct 2025 Feature

Following the success of its Roofing and Brickwork Masterclasses, NHBC has introduced Dry Lining Masterclasses

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The Interview - Jim Wood, Wain Group

4 Oct 2025 Feature

Jim Wood has been Wain Group’s md since April 2024. He talks to Suzie Mayes

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SWOT 25 – Optimism over the government fades as new Threats hit SMEs

5 Sep 2025 Feature

Last year’s optimism over the Opportunity offered by the new government has faded according to this year’s industry SWOT analysis. Ben Roskrow analyses the 2025 SWOT results