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NHBC brings sector leaders together for second annual Innovators – Affordable Housing event

Monday, 2nd February 2026

NHBC, the UK’s leading new homes warranty and insurance provider, recently hosted the second annual Innovators – Affordable Housing event in partnership with the British Property Federation (BPF). A continuation of NHBC’s popular Innovators series, this year’s event was called ‘Mind the gap – fund the... View Article

Government extends New Homes Accelerator to sites under 500 homes

Friday, 30th January 2026

Housing Secretary Steve Reed has confirmed that the second round of the New Homes Accelerator site ‘unblocking’ programme will be expanded to cover “smaller sites under 500 homes,” with a “sharp focus on getting homes built this Parliament and ramping... View Article

EGGER supports housebuilders with new product-specific EPDs

Friday, 30th January 2026

Underlining its commitment to sustainable construction, EGGER UK has introduced new product-specific Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its chipboard-based structural flooring products. These EPDs provide clearer and more accurate information about the product’s carbon performance, helping housebuilders access reliable data... View Article

Government package intended to boost social housing delivery

Thursday, 29th January 2026

The Government has announced a raft of measures to increase delivery of new social housing across the sector, towards its goal of 300,000 new social affordable homes over the next decade. As well as introducing “immediate” Section 106 changes to... View Article

Residential development in Peterborough celebrated by local authority for building excellence

Thursday, 29th January 2026

A Peterborough housing development has been awarded a host of industry accolades for its building excellence. Hampton Water, a residential community in South Peterborough, has won six Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Building Excellence Awards. Leading independent property developer, Morris... View Article

Placefirst CEO David Mawson to transition to Executive Chair as part of planned retirement

Thursday, 29th January 2026

As part of the first step in his planned retirement, Placefirst CEO David Mawson will move from CEO to the position of Executive Chair. Mawson will take on the new role in February, having served as CEO for almost six years. Chief Investment... View Article

The overlooked middle of housing delivery

Thursday, 29th January 2026

Kate Murray, founder of housing delivery platform Ubrix, explores why the period between reservation and the end of the defect liability period remains one of the most fragmented and consequential stages of modern housing delivery. Housing delivery has changed markedly... View Article

NHBC appoints new Chief Financial Officer

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

NHBC, the UK’s leading new home warranty and insurance provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Maillet as Chief Financial Officer. Sarah brings with her more than 20 years’ experience as an executive leader in the global finance... View Article

EnviroVent: Your Trusted MVHR Ventilation Experts

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

MVHR Solutions and Compliance You Can Trust Our comprehensive range of MVHR ventilation solutions is backed by specialist design expertise and industry-leading guidance. From concept to completion, we help you navigate building regulations with confidence, ensuring your projects meet the... View Article

Proctor Group supports construction academy training apprentice roofers

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

A collaboration between Proctor Group and one of the north-east’s leading independent training providers is helping to share knowledge about up-to-date roofing products and practices. Optimum Skills Ltd, based in Gateshead, operates three construction academies training young people in slating,... View Article

Design for modern luxury

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

This striking luxury development demonstrates how bespoke aluminium glazing can transform modern architecture. From expansive sliding doors to statement pivot entrances, every detail enhances light, space and contemporary living Check out the project Discover our best selling products: Bi-folding Doors... View Article

Norse Homes Embraces Intelligent Smart Technology for Simpler Modern Housing

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

Norse Homes, a sustainable-first SME housebuilder operating across both the affordable and bespoke open-market sectors, has become one of the first UK developers to integrate Tap, the intelligent light switch by Tewke, into new residential developments. Forward-thinking Norse recognises the growing shift... View Article

Drayton: Providing dependable solutions for any installation thanks to complete valve range

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

With over 75 years’ experience, Drayton is the manufacturer of choice for housebuilders and property developers nationwide when it comes to delivering top-quality, dependable components that support efficient heating system design and installation. Drayton offers a comprehensive valve range, including... View Article

Bellway wins bronze award in Britain’s Most Admired Companies 2025

Tuesday, 27th January 2026

Bellway has been named one of the three most admired housebuilders in Britain in an annual business survey run by the London Stock Exchange. The FTSE 250 Index listed housebuilder received the bronze award in the Home Construction category of... View Article

AJC Group partners with Aster and DACLT to deliver new affordable homes in Dorchester

Tuesday, 27th January 2026

Poole-based developer AJC Group has been appointed by Aster Group and the Dorchester Area Community Land Trust (DACLT) to deliver a new 100% affordable housing scheme off West Walks in central Dorchester. The scheme will bring forward genuinely affordable homes,... View Article

Bellway submits plans for 116 new homes in Chadwell St Mary

Tuesday, 27th January 2026

Bellway has submitted detailed proposals for a new development of 116 new homes in Chadwell St Mary which will create affordable housing and new public open space for the area. The housebuilder has applied to Thurrock Council for full planning... View Article

Record year for Spitfire Homes as it reports 70% growth and further Midlands expansion

Tuesday, 27th January 2026

Award-winning homebuilder Spitfire Homes has reported a record year in 2025, achieving 70% growth with 303 homes completed as part of the brand’s continued expansion across the Midlands region. The growth underpins the business’ ambitions to scale while upholding its... View Article

NHBC honours top UK site managers for raising standards in home building

Tuesday, 27th January 2026

The UK’s top site managers have been recognised for their dedication to raising standards in home building after winning the most highly regarded competition in the industry. The Pride in the Job Awards 2025, organised by the National House Building Council... View Article