Savills research has found that 187,000 additional affordable homes are required every year, as house prices continue to rise.
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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.
Positive signs as construction output grows
Various surveys and reports indicate recovery in the housing sector, as house prices edge up in June and Bellway withdraws its offer for Crest.
TopHat faces winding up petition as Persimmon writes off investment
Modular builder TopHat faces a winding up petition, as house prices edge up and manufacturers sound warnings.
Housing market health is worse than twenty years ago
Initial findings from the Radix Housing Commission makes for difficult reading, as the Government seeks to address labour issues.
Industry welcomes King’s Speech, but warns of challenges ahead
Industry leaders welcome the proposed Planning Bill, but warn of land and labour difficulties.
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