September 2023

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September 2023

In this issue

Swot 2023

Ben Roskrow looks at the results of the Housebuilder SWOT survey and notes the cry for help coming from the industry’s SMEs in these tough times

The Interview – Andy Hill, Hill Group

Andy Hill, who was awarded an OBE for services to affordable housing this year, talks to Suzie Mayes about motivation, modern methods of construction and determination in the face of challenges

Leveraging the levy

NHBC looks at how collaboration through the Apprenticeship Levy can help apprentices start their careers while helping ease the skills shortage

HBF Viewpoint

Emma Ramell, HBF head of policy and external affairs, looks at new research which suggests there is a quiet majority that supports new housing. This could be a key issue at next year’s general election

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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