A report from the HBF has revealed a downward trend in planning permissions, as construction output contracts in December.
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Industry reacts as NPPF finally published
The long-awaited National Planning Policy Framework is published to a broadly positive industry reception.
Latest HSE statistics reveal construction fatality increase
Latest figures from the Health and Safety Executive reveal illness and fatality statistics, as house prices rise and Crest publishes an update.
Rayner blocks planning refusal of major housing development
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner calls in a 8,400-home development, as Matthew Pennycook announces design changes.
Nearly 200,000 more affordable homes needed each year, study finds
Savills research has found that 187,000 additional affordable homes are required every year, as house prices continue to rise.
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.
Construction labour supply worsens as ONS sounds alarm
Latest ONS data warns of a tightening construction labour supply, as house prices rise and Bellway profits fall.
September sees fastest annual house price growth in two years
House prices in September rose for their fastest rate since 2022, reports Nationwide. Meanwhile, the HBF reveal the economic benefits of building 1.5 million homes.
Cala sold for £1.35bn
Legal & General sells Cala for £1.35bn, as planning approvals fall to a decade low and house prices creep upwards.
Labour launches New Homes Accelerator as housing starts slump
Angela Rayner launches the New Homes Accelerator, as housing starts fall and prices rise.
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