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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Policy Conference captures hurdles to homes target

The HBF Policy Conference saw the housing secretary send a “call to arms” to industry to get building while other speakers detailed the numerous obstacles to this. Suzie Mayes reports

The Interview – Dave Smith & Matt Vincent, Spitfire Homes

Dave Smith became managing director of Spitfire Homes in 2025, with Matt Vincent operations director since 2024. They talk to Suzie Mayes about offering high quality homes in different markets, changes to the company and moving from being an SME to a more regionalised business

Celebrating social value

Julie Baker, Keepmoat North West’s social value manager, was crowned 2025’s Housebuilder Star for her commitment to helping young people. Suzie Mayes discovers why Baker’s background motivated her and takes a look at how other housebuilders approach social value

Crafting a career in construction

NHBC explores the various routes into housebuilding and the training it delivers to help resolve the skills shortage and retain talent