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HBF/HfS publish guidance on competition law compliance

Jan. 30, 2026

The Home Builders Federation and Homes for Scotland have published guidance on complying with competition law.

Matthew Pennycook MP

Section 106 affordable housing measures announced

Jan. 30, 2026

The government has announced emergency measures to address challenges in the section 106 affordable housing market as well as publishing longer term intentions.

New Homes Accelerator

New Homes Accelerator enters second phase

Jan. 29, 2026

The New Homes Accelerator will now cover smaller sites and expand support in London in a second phase of the initiative, the government has announced today (Ja…

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Crest slashes jobs as it “makes progress”

Jan. 29, 2026

Crest Nicholson has made around 50 redundancies, closing its Chiltern office in December as it shifts towards the “mid-premium” market while confirming profit …

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Santander chief economist to speak at HBF Conference

Jan. 28, 2026

Santander chief economist Frances Haque is the latest speaker to join a strong line up at the Home Builders Federation’s Policy Conference in March. Haque will…

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Hill seals £300 million refinancing

Jan. 27, 2026

The Hill Group has completed the full refinancing of its revolving credit facility, increasing total committed funding to £300 million as the firm seeks to dou…

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NHBC unveils 2025 Pride in the Job winners

Jan. 26, 2026

NHBC has revealed the Supreme Winners of its 2025 Pride in the Job Awards, celebrating the UK’s top site managers for their dedication to raising standards in …

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Govt launches consultation on national design guidance

Jan. 21, 2026

The government has launched a consultation on updated national design guidance, encouraging new build homes to be climate resilient and feature “calmer streets…

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Affordability challenge locks out 1.5 million potential homeowners – HBF

Jan. 20, 2026

The affordability gap is locking out 1.5 million potential homeowners from the housing market, according to the latest research from the Home Builders Federati…