Category Archives: weekly roundup

Government shake-up amidst planning reforms, whilst material delays stifle output

This week’s roundup looks at the latest government reshuffle, worsening material delays, and strong results from Redrow.

House prices hit all-time high, whilst labour shortages could last for years

This week’s roundup reviews the latest house price index from Halifax, the ongoing material and labour shortages, and carbon reduction commitments from Vistry Group.

Barratt commits to MMC, whilst material price rises add to contractor woes

This week’s roundup reviews the latest results from three housebuilders, looks at rising material costs adding pressure to contractors, and government funding for affordable homes.

Housing supply falls amid rising prices, driver shortage adds to industry woes

This week’s roundup reviews Zoopla’s latest House Price Index, the shortage of HGV drivers, and relief that the planned product marking changes have been delayed.

Positive Persimmon trading report, brick shortages worsen, and house prices increase

This week’s roundup features strong results from Persimmon, brick manufacturers warning of worsening supplies, and the latest house price data from the ONS.