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Almost three-quarters of developers want a Labour government

A survey by Knight Frank has found that 70% of housebuilders would welcome a Labour government. Meanwhile, house prices rise slightly.

Planning continues to be the biggest obstacle to growth, say construction firms

The latest State of Play report from the HBF sees planning remaining as the key obstacle to SME growth. Meanwhile, the number of construction firms in financial distress rises.

The housing industry has plenty of challenges – but let’s not lose sight of what makes construction so rewarding

It’s easy to get bogged down in the challenges faced by the housebuilding industry; but it’s important to focus on why construction is such a rewarding career choice.

Opinion: We need one voice, not white noise

Is the housing industry producing too many separate reports, instead of coming together to send a single unified message to Government?

Why isn’t modular housebuilding a success?

With news that modular housebuilder Modulous has entered administration, we explore why, and ask: is there a place for prefabricated housing in the future?

Organisations call for housing policy reform as more developers enter administration

Three housing organisations call for meaningful policy change ahead of a General Election, as several developers post trading updates – and some fall into administration.

I was going to change the world. I wish I’d chosen a different career instead

Jane Eyles has worked in the affordable housing sector for over three decades. Here, she talks about ‘That Culture’, how she sought to change the world, and the words which made her question everything.