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100 new affordable homes to mark a century of Salford as a city

Tuesday, 7th July 2026

Willohaus, a collection of 100 affordable, Passivhaus Classic certified homes, has welcomed its first residents, marking a major milestone for Crescent Salford and the wider city as it celebrates 100 years since being granted city status. The new high-quality homes... View Article

ACRE calls for stronger local partnerships to tackle England’s rural housing crisis

Monday, 6th July 2026

Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) is calling on housing providers, landowners, local authorities and parish councils to work more closely with rural housing enablers to help deliver the affordable homes rural communities urgently need. The call comes during... View Article

Work nears completion on first Passive Houses at Perceval Grange in Midhurst

Monday, 6th July 2026

The first Passive Houses – homes specially designed to provide high levels of comfort with minimal energy usage – at Bellway’s Perceval Grange development in Midhurst are now nearing completion. Eight properties at the 69-home development are being built to... View Article

Dandara Secures Planning Permission For Strategic Houghton Regis Development

Monday, 6th July 2026

Independent housebuilder Dandara has secured planning permission for Parcels 1 & 6 at Linmere in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of the wider Linmere community masterplan. The approved 11-acre development will deliver 165 new homes,... View Article

Industry round table explores how to unlock industrialised MMC approaches for mainstream housebuilding

Monday, 6th July 2026

A Building Insights LIVE construction industry round table held last week confronted why widespread adoption of industrialised, offsite-based Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) has failed to be realised in the housebuilding sector, but also proposed wide-ranging and realistic solutions. Sponsored... View Article

Beauflor Shows the Way to Better Flooring at Housing 2026

Monday, 6th July 2026

Beauflor took part in Housing 2026, showing how its sheet vinyl floor collections deliver the performance, style and value needed for social housing projects. Social housing demands a lot from its flooring: easy installation and low purchase cost, durability, hygiene,... View Article

Improving Lives at Housing 2026

Monday, 6th July 2026

IVC Commercial exhibited at Manchester’s Housing 2026, showing providers, builders and specifiers how its sheet vinyl floors can meet the demands of affordable housing. IVC Commercial exhibited at Housing 2026, showcasing its dedicated social housing collections that are affordable for... View Article

Weather resistant barriers and the need for better performing homes

Monday, 6th July 2026

The UK government clearly recognises that timber-based construction must play an increasing role in the country’s built environment. It’s seen as key to meeting the dual need for more housing and lower building sector emissions. In 2021 it set up... View Article

Radiators to UFH, without the risk

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

As housebuilders prepare for lower-temperature heating, heat-pump-ready specifications and the direction set by Part L and the Future Homes Standard, many are reviewing how they heat new-build homes. Radiators are familiar. UFH can feel more complex because the pipework is... View Article

Wyatt Homes secures landmark Blandford Forum site to deliver new homes, green spaces and community investment

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

A MAJOR new neighbourhood for Blandford Forum is set to bring 523 energy-efficient homes, extensive green space and millions of pounds of investment into local infrastructure. Wyatt Homes has completed the purchase of land to the north and east of... View Article

Bargate Granted Outline Planning for up to 60 Homes on Outskirts of Romsey, Hampshire

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

Bargate Granted Outline Planning for up to 60 Homes on Outskirts of Romsey, Hampshire Housebuilder Bargate has been granted outline planning permission by Test Valley Borough Council for up to 60 homes in the rural Hampshire village of Braishfield, on... View Article

Sector leaders put rural housing in focus ahead of national campaign

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

One of the UK’s leading housing figures has hailed a Stonewater development as an innovative example of addressing rural affordability. Ahead of the National Housing Federation’s Rural Housing Week 2026, NHF CEO Kate Henderson visited the Shiremoor Hill scheme in Merriott, Somerset,... View Article

Strata strengthens board with senior housing sector appointment

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

Housebuilder Strata has named James Thomson CBE as its new Non-Executive Director. James will provide independent challenge, guidance and strategic support to the Board, working alongside the senior leadership team as Strata continues to strengthen its position as a collaborative, purpose-led housebuilder... View Article

The Hill Group bucks market trend as profits rise to record £92.5m and revenue hits £1.2bn

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

Record turnover of £1.164 billion Profit before tax increased to £92.5 million 3,329 new homes completed Development and strategic pipeline with potential future revenue exceeding £14.5 billion Approximately two-thirds of completions were affordable housing Award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group has published its... View Article

Wavensmere Homes Appoints a Finance Business Partner

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

Birmingham-headquartered urban regeneration specialist Wavensmere Homes has recruited Chris West to the newly created senior position of finance business partner. Established in 2016, Wavensmere’s live construction projects have a collective GDV of over £400m. The five major developments currently under construction... View Article

Gleeson set to deliver 200 new homes at Brymbo

Thursday, 2nd July 2026

Housebuilder secures site for new homes as part of a wider regeneration initiative Brymbo Developments Ltd (“BDL”), a subsidiary of private development company Parkhill Group, has selected MJ Gleeson Plc (“Gleeson) as the preferred bidder on the next phase of... View Article

Nuaire launches new website in landmark 60th anniversary year

Wednesday, 1st July 2026

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire has unveiled a brand-new website at www.nuaire.co.uk designed to make it easier for customers to access product information, technical resources and expert guidance across its extensive ventilation portfolio. Launched during Nuaire’s 60th anniversary year,... View Article

Dandara wins approval for 252 home Bristol regeneration scheme

Tuesday, 30th June 2026

Independent housebuilder Dandara has secured reserved matters planning permission to build 252 new homes in Fishponds, representing a significant milestone for Bristol’s regeneration plans. The new neighbourhood will form part of Bristol City Council’s Atlas Place Masterplan for the Central... View Article