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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Gleeson apprentices answer the key questions in NAW

5 Feb 2024 Feature

As we move into National Apprenticeship Week (Feb 5th to Feb 11th), Gleeson has taken time to do some Q and As with four of its apprentices

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New partnership helps Esh apprentices fluorish

5 Feb 2024 Feature

An industry/education partnership is taking a new approach to developing apprentices

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Creating Cora

22 Jan 2024 Feature

Luke Simmons has directed the transformation of Cora – formerly Barwood Homes - an SME now with quality and sustainability at its heart. He talks to Suzie Mayes

Matthew Pratt

The Interview - Matthew Pratt, Redrow

17 Dec 2023 Feature

Redrow veteran Matthew Pratt has been the housebuilder’s ceo since 2020. He talks to Suzie Mayes

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NHBC looks to another challenging year ahead

17 Dec 2023 Feature

Steve Wood, NHBC’s ceo, considers the issues that will impact the housebuilding industry over the next 12 months

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Building for Tomorrow returns

13 Nov 2023 Feature

NHBC’s Building for Tomorrow Series returns in February, set to reflect the exciting but challenging times ahead for housebuilding. Housebuilder reports

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Sustainability and the green agenda

13 Nov 2023 Feature

Steve Menary looks at how the various sectors of the supply industry are helping housebuilders prepare for the Future Homes Standard

James Dickens

The Interview - James Dickens, Wavensmere Homes

3 Nov 2023 Feature

James Dickens is managing director of Wavensmere Homes, an SME specialising in “reanimating” buildings. He talks to Suzie Mayes

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NHBC celebrates the opportunities in construction

6 Oct 2023 Feature

To mark UK Construction Week which took place in early October, NHBC celebrates the variety of opportunities within construction

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The Interview - Jennie Daly, Taylor Wimpey

4 Oct 2023 Feature

TW ceo Jennie Daly talks to Ben Roskrow about her strategy for the company, planning and "positive pride"