June 2023

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June 2023

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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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HMI Report a crucial tool for business planning

The 2025 Housing Market Intelligence Report will launch at the Housing Market Intelligence Conference on October 8. Suzie Mayes looks at the origins of this essential read for any one interested in housebuilding and offers a preview of this year's content

The Interview - Steve Wood, NHBC

As Steve Woods, NHBC's chief executive, prepares to retire from the business, he looks at his eight years heading the organisation, his achievements and what he has learned about housebuilding. He speaks to Suzie Mayes.

Smart water

As global demand for water rises, the NHBC Foundation's latest report looks at the countries demonstrating leadership in water management.

Optimism about government fades as new threats hit SMEs

It is all change in this years SWOT analysis as our panellists, a year into a Labour government, wait to see if a raft of positive housing initiatives will ease the path to delivering more homes. Meanwhile, new regulations and taxes are a significant Threat to smaller housebuilders. Ben Roskrow analyses 2025's SWOT results.