April 2022

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Net zero pioneers

Suzie Mayes looks at some of the pilot projects and live new home schemes which are pioneering the way on the journey to net zero, and guiding the industry towards overcoming the challenges of the new Future Homes Standard.

Widening the talent pool

With new homes registrations increasing as the market remains strong, NHBC is on a recruitment drive across all its departments, seeking people from all backgrounds. Housebuilder finds out more.

The Interview – Tom Nicholson, Crest Nicholson

Tom Nicholson joined Crest Nicholson in 2019 to help execute its turnaround strategy. He talks to Suzie Mayes about embracing the challenge of revitalising a successful housebuilder and executing the next stage – growth and sustainability targets.

Offsite takes centre stage at UKCW London

UK Construction Week, the live show for the construction industry, is running in London in May. And it has plenty to offer those involved in the housing sector. Housebuilder gets the lowdown.

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Solving the section 106 crisis

After the government’s announcements on addressing the problems in the section 106 affordable housing market, Suzie Mayes considers some of the detail and whether it will be enough

The Interview – Jon Di-Stefano, Greencore Homes

Jon Di-Stefano became ceo of sustainable housebuilder Greencore Homes in 2022, after heading the London-based, listed Telford Homes. He talks to Suzie Mayes about what drew him to a very different business, how to be ‘better than new zero’ and the SME’s big growth plans

A guide to good design

As the consultation on the updated National Design Guidance comes to a close, Suzie Mayes looks at its focus on climate and health and gauges the industry’s view

HBF Viewpoint

The housing minister says the government can reach its housing goal. But, says Laura Markus, HBF’s policy and external affairs manager, without help to support first time buyers, this is unlikely to be the reality