MEDITE SMARTPLY prepares MDF panels for new EU reach formaldehyde emission restriction

MEDITE SMARTPLY confirms transition to new EU emission limits by 13th April 2026 MEDITE SMARTPLY, a leading engineered wood panel manufacturer, has announced its full transition to the revised EU Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) formaldehyde restriction, [...]

Homes England launches National Housing Bank with £100m Aviva commitment

Homes England has unveiled its National Housing Bank with an inaugural £100m housebuilding initiative with Aviva, and an Investment Prospectus which sets out the Agency’s aims to deliver over half a million homes “where market failures exist.” The National Housing [...]

The hidden risks of unrated structural defects insurance providers

Structural defects insurance remains a critical safeguard for developers, lenders and homeowners. Yet a growing number of unregulated and unrated providers are operating in the market, bringing with them significant and often overlooked risks. At first glance, these providers can [...]

Future Homes Standard published including 40% of floor area PV requirement

The Future Homes Standard (FHS)' secondary legislation has been published by the Ministry of Housing, detailing requirements for designs of new homes that housebuilders must adhere to from 2028. The delayed full consultation response has been published in the hope [...]

Seven new towns confirmed by Government for development

The Government has chosen seven locations for 'new towns' across the UK, having reduced down the total from the original 12 recommended locations. The Ministry Of Housing pledged “well-connected new communities with homes, jobs, schools, green space and transport links [...]

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Explore, Learn, Connect: Your Futurebuild Experience Starts Here

Futurebuild 2026 is where connections drive change. Across three packed days, explore a dynamic programme spanning the Arena, National Retrofit Conference, specialist stages, showcases, hands-on hubs and interactive features all designed to bring the entire built environment together. From... View Article

Discover what’s new at express for 2026

Following the opening of our Milton Keynes showroom, we’ve continued to invest across the UK – with significant upgrades to our Glasgow and Weybridge showrooms. Each space now showcases our... View Article

GTC to host a free Future Homes Standard Webinar

Leading UK utility infrastructure partner GTC is hosting a free-to-attend webinar on Tuesday 28 April from 2-3pm. Titled, Navigating the Transition to Low-Carbon Heat, the webinar invites housebuilders and developers to better understand... View Article
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