New National Planning Policy Framework: CPRE responds

Commenting before the publication of the new National Planning Policy Framework, CPRE chief executive Roger Mortlock said: ‘The new National Planning Policy Framework must signal a shift away from bashing environmental regulation and damning those who care about the future of their communities as “blockers”. ‘We are concerned... View Article

Housebuilding group untypical secures key site in Arlesey

Housebuilding group untypical has completed the purchase of a key development site from land promoter Colecar Strategic Land, marking another major step in its expanding footprint across Bedfordshire. Gareth Jacob, Regional Managing Director for untypical’s Eastern region, said: “This agreement... View Article

What does 2026 hold for housebuilding?

By Mark Leaf, Chief Growth Officer at Strata After a turbulent 2025, our industry enters 2026 with a renewed sense of purpose. Last year pushed every part of the market, from developers and local authorities, to planning teams and registered providers,... View Article

Designer Contracts names new financial director

Designer Contracts has announced the appointment of a new financial director, along with six further promotions and new joins.  Mark Williams joins the company as its new FD after working as the financial lead across a range of companies for... View Article

Consistent support for apprenticeships helps construction

 The Government has announced a £725 million package of reforms to the apprenticeship system, including £140m for a Mayoral pilot programme. Richard Beresford, Chief Executive of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), said: “The consistent messaging from politicians that apprenticeships should be... View Article

Hard landscaping made easy with Create & Construct

Designing, specifying and constructing hard landscaping schemes for housing developments can be complex. With this in mind, Tobermore has launched Create & Construct, the most comprehensive housebuilder support hub on the market. Here, Krisa Montgomery, Housebuilding Team Leader at Tobermore,... View Article

Engineered wood: The environmental and economic benefits

David Connacher, Marketing Manager of West Fraser, discusses the benefits of engineered wood panels It is well accepted that the use of timber panel products began a century back when plywood was first manufactured in quantity. Aeons beforehand, the Egyptians... View Article