Industry leaders react as Labour enjoy a historic victory at the polls. Meanwhile, the number of construction deaths rises.
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Housebuilders sign up to wildlife support on new sites
Twenty housebuilders sign up to a scheme to support wildlife on new developments, as Zoopla releases latest house price data.
England needs to build 550,000 new homes a year to solve housing crisis
A new report reveals the extent of the housing shortage, as construction companies top the list of firms going bust.
Housing promises made as parties publish election manifestos
The three main political parties published their manifestos this week. What did they say about housing?
Construction activity rises at fastest pace in two years
Construction output has grown for the third successive month, as house prices remain stable in May.
Housing market shows ‘resilience’ as prices rise
Nationwide and Zoopla publish house price reports, as Persimmon eye up a £1bn bid for Cala Homes.
Housing industry holds its breath as general election announced
The industry reacts to Sunak’s surprise announcement of a general election in July.
Shareholders approve Barratt Redrow merger as Vistry targets £800m profit
Shareholders overwhelmingly approve the proposed Barratt and Redrow merger, as Vistry posts a trading update.
Councils spend millions on opposing new homes
A report from the HBF has found that local authorities have spent over £50m in three years opposing new developments.
Labour reveal plan for building on ‘grey belt’
Labour announces plans to build on poor-quality green belt land, as the Government admits it will fail to meet the Affordable Homes Programme target.
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