In a surprise move, Barratt and Redrow announce a merge of the two businesses. Meanwhile, the NHBC reveal completion data for 2023.
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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.
Optimistic start to 2024 as house prices increase in January
Rightmove report the biggest monthly house price rise since 2020, but Red Sea attacks could add to industry challenges.
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?
“Not that difficult” to buy a home says NatWest chair, as house prices rise
Sir Howard Davies prompts criticism after comments on BBC Radio 4, as house prices increase for the third month in a row.
What will happen to the housing market in 2024?
As we come to the end of a year fraught with difficulty, Housing View takes a look back at the last twelve months, and offers a prediction for the year ahead.
Brighter days ahead, as year ends with good news
There is light at the end of the tunnel and optimism on the horizon, as the housing market seems to stabilise.
Industry gives lukewarm response to Autumn Statement
The housing industry reacts to an underwhelming Autumn Statement, as the HBF publishes a plan to unlock housebuilding.
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