May 2023

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In this issue

The Interview - Mark White, Bargate Homes

Mark White became md of Bargate Homes in 2021 after joining the SME at its inception. He talks to Suzie Mayes about customers, Help to Buy and why he is keeping housebuilding local.

How to thrive on BHG

Adam Ralph of Greenbelt Group states the case for adopting onsite biodiversity solutions that deliver long term stewardship right now.

Getting ready for net zero

Suzie Mayes reports on how housebuilders are preparing for the Future Homes Standard in two years and some of the issues to overcome.

Green supply

Chris Windle looks at the manufacturers helping housebuilders gear up for net zero ready homes and other elements of the environmental agenda.

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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