Rishi Sunak delivered his Spring Statement this week, whilst the HBF reveal their latest Customer Survey Satisfaction results.
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Taylor Wimpey announce new CEO, as construction output grows
Jennie Daly becomes the first woman CEO of a FTSE 100 housebuilder, as other developers post strong half-year results.
Output surges as material prices level; housebuilders report strong results
Construction output surged in November, as material prices flatten for the first time since September 2020. Meanwhile, several housebuilders announce results to the City, with differing fortunes.
House prices end year at record high, as Miller Homes bought by Apollo
The latest house price index from Nationwide reveals that 2021 ended on a record high, as Miller Homes announce a purchase by Apollo.
Building Regulation changes announced, as house prices increase
Official figures from the ONS reveal that house prices rose by over 10% in the twelve months to October 2021, whilst Building Regulation changes are announced.
Pandemic triggers huge reduction in skilled labour
The Construction Products Association have reported that 223,000 workers have left the industry over the past two years, worsening an already dire labour shortage.
House price growth continues, with materials facing an uncertain 2022
Nationwide and Zoopla release their latest house price index reports, whilst the CLC warn of material uncertainty in 2022 and the HBF call for a change in the planning system.
Average house price rises, as affordable completions fall
The ONS have published their house price index for September, whilst DLUHC report a fall in affordable completions. Meanwhile the HSE targets mental health of construction workers.
Strong results from housebuilders, as labour levels ease and steel prices rise
This week saw several housebuilders publish strong results, but warn of increasing build costs. However, labour levels seem to be stabilising.
Construction output grows amidst ongoing industry challenges – with solutions offered
Data from IHS Markit and CIPS shows that construction output grew in October; but the industry continues to face multiple challenges.
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