JUNE 2021

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JUNE 2021

In this issue

That point of difference

Suzie Mayes looks at how the industry has been progressing with the diversity and inclusion agenda. It seems the pandemic may have helped rather than hindered the creation of a more diverse workforce

The Interview Lynda Shillaw, Harworth Group

Lynda Shillaw became the new ceo of land and property regeneration company Harworth Group last Autumn. She talks to Suzie Mayes about her passion for regeneration and sustainable places, her vision for the organisation and Harworth’s customers – housebuilders

Housebuilder Product Awards

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

Nature’s benefits

Richard Smith, NHBC’s head of standards, research and innovation, explains the key findings of the NHBC Foundation’s biodiversity report and how the housebuilding industry can work better with nature

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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