September 2022

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SWOT shows resilience in a sea of challenges

This year’s SWOT analysis – featuring the views of an expert panel – reveals that the industry is faced with a wide range of Threats. But, as Ben Roskrow reports, resilience and adaptability are to the fore to face down these challenges

Grid space at a premium

Following the news that a lack of additional electrical capacity has effectively paused housebuilding in west London, Suzie Mayes asks the industry what it is experiencing as the country transitions to electric

Quality training

NHBC can now offer housebuilders a range of training. Head of commercial services Darryl Stewart talks to Suzie Mayes about how the business can help the industry

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New rules of planning

The government is consulting on the revamped NPPF which takes a “rulesbased” approach to planning. Suzie Mayes looks at the key features and what the industry thinks of them

Planning and Infrastructure Act goes live

The Planning and Infrastructure Act became law in December, with a promise to significantly speed up home building. Suzie Mayes finds out if the sector is convinced

The Interview – Tim Grey, Llanmoor Homes

Tim Grey, sales director of South Wales-based Llanmoor Homes, talks to Suzie Mayes about his long service to the family business, how his father has inspired him and his plans for the SME which is thriving in a tough environment

Proud builders

NHBC celebrated the Supreme winners and runners up of its long-running Pride in the Job Awards in January. Housebuilder reveals the best UK site managers of 2025 and why the competition is so important