June 2023

In this issue

The Interview - David Ritchie, WElink Homes

Former Bovis boss David Ritchie is now UK ceo of WElink Homes, a challenger housing business seeking to build, and supply to others, its factory-made panellised housing system. Ben Roskrow visited him on site to find out more

Housebuilder Products Awards 2023

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.

Hazardous ground gas - an essential guide

NHBC outlines the NHBC Foundation's latest report on tackling hazardous ground gas on all types and size of site.

Inspiring the next generation

NHBC talks to some recently qualified apprentices and their proud parents encouraging the young generation to choose a career in construction.

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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