Housing Secretary Michael Gove sets a six-week deadline for developers to sign cladding contracts, as house prices dip in January.
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UK standard launched for MMC, as Government inquiry into housing sector gets green light
DLUHC have commissioned the BSI to set standards for MMC, whilst the CMA state they are set to commence an inquiry into the UK housebuilding industry.
House prices increase slightly in January, as cautious optimism grows
Rightmove have reported a 0.9% increase in house prices in January. Meanwhile, the CITB have revealed how many new workers the industry needs to meet demand.
House price growth falls in December as construction firms brace for difficult year
Halifax and Nationwide publish their house price index for December, as mortgage approvals drop and a Women Into Construction programme is launched.
“Soft landing” achievable in 2023, reports Nationwide
Nationwide have published their review of 2022 and hold cautious optimism for next year, as merchant volume sales fall.
Gove announces Levelling Up amendments as industry optimism slumps
Gove has scrapped housing targets amidst changes to the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill.
Winter is here as house prices slump, mortgage approvals fall and planning applications drop
Nationwide and Zoopla both publish house price indices, as Bank of England statistics reveal a fall in mortgage approvals.
Gove axes vote on Levelling Up Bill after backbench rebellion, as HSE data published
Michael Gove faces stiff competition after proposing planning reforms, and latest HSE data reveals key statistics from the construction industry.
Housing industry reacts to Autumn Statement as market slowdown continues
Jeremy Hunt delivers his first Autumn Statement as Chancellor – but has he announced any measures to support the UK housing industry?
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.
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