March 2023

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The planning challenge

The government's proposed revisions to the National Planning Framework have caused concerns. As the consultation closes, Suzie Mayes gauges the industry's views on the possible impact to homes delivery.

The Interview - Karl Battersby, Brierley Homes

Karl Battersby is chairman of Brierley Homes, established by North Yorkshire County Council. He talks to Suzie Mayes about the importance of profit, quality housebuilding and bringing building in-house.

Evolving an ageing workforce

Barbara Akinkunmi, assistant design manager at Lovell says the industry must attract younger and more diverse talent to tackle the issue of an ageing workforce.

Planning changes threaten later living delivery

Zoe Curran of planning consultant Boyer (London) looks at how amendments to the National Planning Policy Framework could worsen the housing crisis for the older generation.

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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