A close look at recent housing completion data reveals a steady increase in the number of local authority homes being built. So, what’s driving this?
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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.
Construction skills shortage: the sleeping giant that is waking up
With labour availability at a 20-year low, and new entrants few and far between, just how bad is the skills shortage in the construction industry?
The Beast from the East: house price growth in the decade driven by Eastern regions
Recent statistics from the ONS has revealed that the North has driven house price growth in the past year. But has this always been the case?
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.
Current bungalow levels need to rise
The humble bungalow is traditionally associated with the older generation; but COVID has changed the way they’re viewed. Are we building enough of them to keep up with a resurgent demand?
Why does the construction industry have such a poor image?
The reputation of construction is often negative. But, with the industry facing the worst labour shortage in 20 years, there is never a more critical moment to change public attitudes.
When the first rung is out of reach
With the average house price now a whopping 8.1 times average income, we take a closer look at just how unaffordable that elusive first home has become.
Revenue surges, soaring prices and a drop in output
This week’s roundup looks at Bellway’s impressive trading update, the latest affordability statistics, and the effect of material shortages on the industry.
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