June 2022

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The Interview - Peter Barlow, Wain Homes

Peter Barlow joined Wain Homes 32 years ago, working his way up to ceo. He talks to Suzie Mayes about steady career progression, the company's growth plans and marking its 50th anniversary

Housebuilder Product Awards

The winners have been announced of the year's Housebuilder Product Awards. We showcase those companies that have proved themselves to be the best in class for products, systems and services

Policy Conference returns to talk change

Suzie Mayes reports on last month's HBF Policy Conference, with speakers discussing new relationships with government and other challenges

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Industry sees Opportunity in government

The new government is very much the focus in this year’s SWOT analysis as our panellists see a period of great Opportunity ahead. There is plenty of hope but also keen awareness of the multiple Threats and challenges which could scupper the ambition to build more new homes. Ben Roskrow analyses 2024’s SWOT results.

The Interview – Trevor Dempsey, Dandara

Trevor Dempsey is ceo of Dandara’s housebuilding division, a once-small business which is becoming more national. He talks to Suzie Mayes about getting plans back on track, his inspiration behind the company’s trainee programme and holding onto quality

Raising the roof on quality

A solid roof is a key part of safeguarding any building. NHBC gives details of its roofing masterclasses which cover this crucial part of the build

A whole life commitment

Suzie Mayes finds out how the Future Homes Hub is addressing the issue of embodied carbon through its Whole Life Conventions and tool