With so much negativity currently surrounding the housebuilding, Housing View creator Ben Wakeling takes a look at why construction can be one of the most rewarding career choices.
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March sees largest annual house price decline since 2009
Nationwide publishes its house price index for March, whilst Michael Gove demands that material suppliers contribute to cladding remediation costs.
Customer survey reveals five-star builders
The HBF have published their New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey, revealing the nation’s five-star housebuilders.
Housebuilding industry receives little support in Budget
Jeremy Hunt’s first Budget as Chancellor contained little to support the housing industry.
House prices rise in February as brick manufacturers enjoy soaring profits
Halifax have reported a slight growth in house prices during February. Meanwhile, Ibstock and Forterra post bumper profits.
Developers enter crisis mode as housing industry braces against uncertain future
Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon have both published gloomy outlooks for 2023 – but NHBC registrations hit their highest point since 2007.
Property transactions fall in January, but buyer demand improves
Rightmove have revealed a flat month for house price growth, but buyer demand is showing signs of improving.
Regional house price inflation in 2022 revealed as ONS report published
The Office for National Statistics has published its house price index for December. Meanwhile, leading industry indicators reflect the subdued start to 2022.
Developers remain cautious in trading outlooks, as Maclean becomes sixth Housing Minister in a year
Bellway, Barratts and Redrow have all published trading updates this week, as Rachel Maclean replaces Luzy Frazer as Housing Minister.
Sign cladding contract or face a ban on development, says Gove
Housing Secretary Michael Gove sets a six-week deadline for developers to sign cladding contracts, as house prices dip in January.
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