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New Code for Sustainable Homes published

12 Nov 2010

The government has published its update to the Code for Sustainable Homes.

Government launches New Homes Bonus consultation

12 Nov 2010

The government has today (November 12) launched its consultation on the New Homes Bonus.

Bovis' sales prices top expectations

8 Nov 2010

Bovis Homes Group has achieved sales prices above its target levels, it has revealed in a statement to the City today (November 8).

Galliford Try's good progress continues

5 Nov 2010

Galliford Try’s reserved sales have risen 14% from a year ago, the housebuilding and construction company has announced today (November 5).

House prices up 1.8% in October - Halifax

4 Nov 2010

UK house prices increased 1.8% in October, according to Halifax.

Redrow boss airs mortgage frustration

4 Nov 2010

Redrow’s private home sales have risen 9%, but chairman Steve Morgan has aired his frustration over the current mortgage crisis.

London Mayor picks task force to ease housing crisis

3 Nov 2010

The Mayor of London Boris Johnson has appointed a task force to look into ways of easing London’s housing crisis.