October 2020

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The Interview - Tariq Usmani, Henley Homes

Tariq Usmani is ceo of London-based Henley Homes. He talks to Suzie Mayes about the importance of efficiency and cost control but also why people deserve a second chance

Post-Covid design

Could the pandemic signal lasting changes in design? Mark Smulian seeks to find out if recent home owner experiences have impacted the look of new homes

Training the next generation

NHBC has launched its first ever apprenticeship which aims to develop the next generation of talent. Housebuilder reports on the new scheme and how it offers a different type of training

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New rules of planning

The government is consulting on the revamped NPPF which takes a “rulesbased” approach to planning. Suzie Mayes looks at the key features and what the industry thinks of them

Planning and Infrastructure Act goes live

The Planning and Infrastructure Act became law in December, with a promise to significantly speed up home building. Suzie Mayes finds out if the sector is convinced

The Interview – Tim Grey, Llanmoor Homes

Tim Grey, sales director of South Wales-based Llanmoor Homes, talks to Suzie Mayes about his long service to the family business, how his father has inspired him and his plans for the SME which is thriving in a tough environment

Proud builders

NHBC celebrated the Supreme winners and runners up of its long-running Pride in the Job Awards in January. Housebuilder reveals the best UK site managers of 2025 and why the competition is so important