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Cushen to retire

Keith Cushen, the chief executive of George Wimpey UK, is to retire at the end of the year. The 56-year-old has been head of the UK division, which generates 80% of group profits, for three years. He has transformed the business with the acquisitions of M

Survey hits positive market note

The latest HBF survey for September shows positive signs across the market. Net reservations are well above a year ago (+21%) - a continuation of positive trends since August.

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Land Reg act 2002 kicks in

The Land Registration Act 2002 came into force last month, overhauling land registration laws and squatters rights. The Act makes registration compulsory for owned land or land leased for seven or more years - a reduction from the previous 21 or more year

Critical stage for planning reform

The government’s planning reform agenda has reached a critical stage with the launch of a series of draft policies following the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Bill’s return to Parliament on October 14.

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Record results for Bellway

Planning reform proposals published

Minister commits to intervene in planning delays

New “Excellent Building Guide” from CABE