Housing Secretary Michael Gove writes about the industry in the foreword to a new report. Meanwhile, housing construction output declines and planning applications fall.
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Reasons to be cheerful: why a career in housebuilding is one of the best there is
With so much negativity currently surrounding the housebuilding, Housing View creator Ben Wakeling takes a look at why construction can be one of the most rewarding career choices.
March sees largest annual house price decline since 2009
Nationwide publishes its house price index for March, whilst Michael Gove demands that material suppliers contribute to cladding remediation costs.
Customer survey reveals five-star builders
The HBF have published their New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey, revealing the nation’s five-star housebuilders.
Housebuilding industry receives little support in Budget
Jeremy Hunt’s first Budget as Chancellor contained little to support the housing industry.
Developers enter crisis mode as housing industry braces against uncertain future
Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon have both published gloomy outlooks for 2023 – but NHBC registrations hit their highest point since 2007.
Regional house price inflation in 2022 revealed as ONS report published
The Office for National Statistics has published its house price index for December. Meanwhile, leading industry indicators reflect the subdued start to 2022.
Developers remain cautious in trading outlooks, as Maclean becomes sixth Housing Minister in a year
Bellway, Barratts and Redrow have all published trading updates this week, as Rachel Maclean replaces Luzy Frazer as Housing Minister.
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.