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Boles launches streamlined planning website

Planning minister Nick Boles has launched a test website of streamlined planning guidance for public comment.

McCarthy & Stone secures refinancing deal for growth

McCarthy & Stone has completed a major refinancing deal, allowing it to carry out its planned growth strategy.  

Government reveals standards review plans

The government has today (August 20) launched its consultation on the housing standards review.  

Bovis' profit soars 50%

Bovis Homes saw its housing operating profit rise 50% to £20.4 million in the first half of 2013, fuelled by increased volumes and higher average sales p…

Retail to resi consultation launched

Government launches Allowable Solutions consultation

London mayor secures "groundbreaking" PRS scheme

The mayor of London Boris Johnson has secured a major deal for the delivery of a large private rented scheme in London, backed by institutional investment.

Taylor Wimpey delivers in "healthier" housing market

Taylor Wimpey is continuing to deliver in a “much approved and healthier housing market,” it said today, announcing a pre-tax profit rise of 42.1% to £109 mill…

Government launches long awaited Part L

The government has published details of the long delayed update to Building Regulations Part L for England.

House prices rise 0.3% - Hometrack

House prices in England and Wales rose 0.3% in July, according to Hometrack’s latest national housing survey.