Nationwide have reported a sharp drop in annual house prices in October, as several industry research firms forecast tough times ahead.
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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.
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.
All change again in Government as Truss becomes Prime Minister
Truss introduces a new Secretary of State for Housing, as Vistry bid to buy rival Countryside and Halifax report further annual slowdown in house price growth.
House price growth slowdown continues, as construction career interest is divided
Rightmove and ONS report slowdowns in house price growth, whilst a survey of young people reveals mixed results.
House price growth slows, as construction sector contracts
Halifax, Zoopla and Nationwide all published their house price indices this week, whilst data reveals a slump in construction growth.
Housebuilding output grows as Clark presses on with fire safety levy
Office for National Statistics figures have revealed a surge in housebuilding output in May, whilst Greg Clark defies calls for a U-turn on the Building Safety Levy.
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