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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The Interview – Robert Barton, Tarn Homes

Robert Barton is group md of a new housebuilder aimed at delivering homes “the way they should be”. He talks to Suzie Mayes about improving what you have, different tenures and being braver

New Town lowdown

Mark Smulian considers what is known so far about the government’s New Towns programme, what the industry thinks and the lessons that should be learned from the previous wave of new settlements

Going Beyond

NHBC reports from its inaugural event, BEYOND ’25 LIVE, held in Coventry. It was a day of insightful speakers, demonstrations and other activities to highlight the sector’s issues and opportunities

HBF Policy Conference

The HBF Policy Conference in London addressed the many challenges the industry still faces despite the government’s pro-housebuilding stance. Suzie Mayes reports