September 2023

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September 2023

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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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The Interview – Tom Titherington, Sovereign Network Group

Tom Titherington, chief investment and development officer of housing association Sovereign Network Group, leaves the business in March. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his fulfilling career in housing, his legacy and why the customer must always matter most

A shift in local governance

Suzie Mayes gives an overview of the Devolution White Paper and its possible impact on housebuilding

A sound framework?

The new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is now published. Suzie Mayes considers the key detail and gets the industry’s view

Pride in their Jobs

NHBC honoured the Supreme winners and runners-up of its 44th Pride in the Job Awards in January. The prestigious industry competition celebrates the best site managers in the UK