Jeremy Hunt delivers his first Autumn Statement as Chancellor – but has he announced any measures to support the UK housing industry?
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Developers report falling sales rates, as industry braces for difficult year ahead
Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon both report a rise in cancellations and slowing sales rates, as house prices continue to fall.
Annual house price growth drops, with market correction expected in 2023
Nationwide have reported a sharp drop in annual house prices in October, as several industry research firms forecast tough times ahead.
Gove returns to “finish the job” as Sunak becomes Prime Minister
Michael Gove returns as Secretary of State for DLUHC in Rishi Sunak’s newly-appointed cabinet, as the housing market continues to face difficult times.
House price growth continues to fall, but material supplies improve
Official house price figures have revealed a further slowdown in annual growth, as the Construction Leadership Council announce an improvement in product availability.
Housing starts forecast to fall, as buyer enquiries continue to slow
The latest market survey by RICS has revealed a continuing fall in new buyer enquiries, as cost of living increases and mortgage rate rises take hold.
Clarke promises new housing plan as Investment Zone bidding opens
Housing Secretary Simon Clarke has delivered his speech at the Conservative Party Conference, outlining his plans for the housing industry.
Mini-budget impact continues to be felt, as housing market softens
Share prices fell across all housebuilders this week, as Kwarteng’s mini-budget continues to wreak havoc. Meanwhile, house price indices are published by Nationwide, Zoopla and Rightmove.
Industry reacts to Kwarteng mini-budget
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announces stamp duty cuts and relaxed planning rules in this week’s mini-budget.
Official figures reveal jump in annual house prices, as green belt land grows
The Office for National Statistics have published their latest house price index, as Government figures reveal a growth in green belt land.
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