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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SWOT shows industry in turmoil

Following a trying 12 months for housebuilders, this year’s SWOT analysis exposes the desperate state of some in the industry as consumer confidence nosedives and viability issues overwhelm. Ben Roskrow reveals the many Threats and Weaknesses the industry currently faces while searching for the Strengths and Opportunities

Time to give average prices the index finger

Matt Fleming, executive chairman at the Henry Agency, is launching a new house price index. He explains why he believes it will be better than what we have now

The Interview – Paul Turner, NHBC

After his first year as chief executive of NHBC, Paul Turner talks to Ben Roskrow about his plans to ensure the 90-year-old business is still around in another 90 years, supporting customers and consumers

HBF Viewpoint

Catherine Williams, HBF’s planning director, welcomes the publication of the National Planning Policy Framework. But certain changes since the draft version have weakened the intended “rules-based” approach. And SMEs are not as supported as they could be