September 2015

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In this issue

SWOT 2015

Our panel votes on the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats facing the industry

Development finance

We find that it is a mixed outlook for those seeking development finance

NHBC Standards

NHBC Standards have undergone their first revamp in more than 20 years

UK Construction Week

Our preview of the nine shows dedicated to the construction industry that make up UK Construction Week, including the Build Show

Quicker, quieter, cleaner

We round up the latest in the world of kitchens and bathrooms

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The Interview – Adrian Watts, Croudace Homes

Adrian Watts, ceo of Croudace Homes, talks to Suzie Mayes about learning from his predecessor Russell Denness, going for growth and the trust the family business places in him.

Women under construction

The industry marked Women in Construction Week in March. We look at the women working across the range of roles in housebuilding and ask about their experiences in a male-biased sector

BNG: One year on

Suzie Mayes looks at the challenges and successes of mandatory biodiversity net gain, 12 months after the legislation was implemented for all sites

Pride in best practice

NHBC’s Pride in the Job Best Practice Seminars will be held at venues around the country this year after a successful debut in 2024. They are a chance to discover how to become a winning site manager