Latest UK House Building Industry News, Policy, Regulation, Planning

Reward home owners\' energy saving efforts – MPs

2 Feb 2007

A group of MPs is urging the government to reward consumers’ attempts to cut energy consumption within the home, through incentives such as council tax bill discounts.

Princes Foundation & HBF recognise design commitment

2 Feb 2007

A new initiative aimed at promoting \"traditional values\" in housebuilding has been jointly launched by the Princes Foundation for the Built Environment and the Home Builders Federation.

Bellway predicts record half-yearly profits

2 Feb 2007

Bellway is expecting to make record profits for the six months to January 31, as it released it latest trading update. The Group’s legal completions are up 10% on last year, with average selling prices also up from £167,000 to £173,000.