JUNE 2020

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Constructive measures

Many housebuilders returned to site in May. Suzie Mayes reports on the measures companies have imposed to help reduce the spread of coronavirus and the challenges the industry faces in a Covid-19 world

The Interview - Stephen Wicks, Inland Homes

Speaking to Suzie Mayes shortly after the UK lockdown began, Inland Homes ceo Stephen Wicks was in the grip of the first few weeks of coronavirus fallout. A short time later and he is feeling more positive about his multi-division business. But there is a tough road ahead

NHBC goes digital

In April, NHBC used its technological experience to move to free online training while housebuilders and the supply chain remained away from sites. It has now launched its regular training courses in the virtual world with the message that NHBC is back in business

Housebuilder Product Awards

The winners have been announced of this year's Housebuilder Product Awards. We showcase those that have proved themselves to be best in class for products and systems

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Easing the path for SMEs?

Suzie Mayes finds out what SME housebuilders think of the recently announced measures to support their operations. The moves are generally welcome but there are other challenges to overcome

Homes for Ukraine

Ukraine’s Housing for IDP charity is converting old buildings into homes for displaced families. Suzie Mayes finds out more

The Interview – Geoff Potton, Sigma Homes

Geoff Potton, founder and ceo of West-Sussex based Sigma Homes, talks to Suzie Mayes about the company’s decision to halt housebuilding against a harsh landscape for SMEs

Quality under pressure

NHBC Foundation’s latest report considers how housebuilders can maintain quality while working to the government's ambitious homes target