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Largest UK zero carbon scheme gets go-ahead

Feb. 9, 2011

The largest development of zero carbon homes in the UK is set to be built soon following approval of the scheme, the HCA has announced.

Bellway's sales price climbs 8%

Feb. 7, 2011

Bellway has increased the average price of its homes by 8%, it announced today (February 7).

House prices rise 0.8% - Halifax

Feb. 4, 2011

UK house prices rose 0.8% in January, according to Halifax.

Lending falls in December - Bank of England

Feb. 2, 2011

Total lending to individuals fell £0.1 billion in December, according to the latest figures by the Bank of England.

Engage with customers on zero carbon, says Crest boss

Feb. 2, 2011

Now is the time for industry to engage with customers as part of the journey to zero carbon, Crest Nicholson’s chief executive said today (February 1).

Younger generation want own homes - Barratt

Jan. 31, 2011

Young people are keener than any other age group to own their own home, a major poll has revealed today (January 31).