Rachel Reeves delivers Labour’s first budget of the new government, to a mixed response.
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Planner funding should be a Budget priority, say housebuilders
A survey by Knight Frank reveals that over half of respondents want to see more funding for planners, as Barratt Redrow announces the closure of nine offices.
Labour vows to “reverse the tide” of falling social housing
Deputy PM Angela Rayner pledges to build more social homes, as planning permissions hit an 11-year low.
Local councillors believe housing crisis has worsened, says survey
A survey from SEC Newgate finds that nearly three-quarters of local councillors believe the housing crisis has worsened over the past year.
Barratt takes ownership of Redrow shares
The Barratt Redrow deal takes a step closer to completion, as Women into Construction closes its doors.
TopHat faces winding up petition as Persimmon writes off investment
Modular builder TopHat faces a winding up petition, as house prices edge up and manufacturers sound warnings.
Rayner confirms revised NPPF and reinstates housing targets
Angela Rayner announces changes to the NPPF, as house prices edge up in July.
Reeves announces major planning system reforms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a host of measures to boost housebuilding, as Barratt and Vistry declare results.
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.
Why is the construction industry so damaging to mental health?
The construction industry has one of the worst mental health records of all sectors. Why is this, and what can be done about it?
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