The National Custom & Self Build Association (NaCSBA) has announced that it has appointed Richard Bacon to its executive committee, with Bacon also agreeing to take on the role of Chair. The former MP has long been a champion of... View Article

Leading developer Lovell and its partners Notaro New Homes and Somerset Council have officially broken ground on a brand-new development in the village of Durleigh, on the outskirts of Bridgwater. Durleigh View, situated off Haygrove Road, is a £36.5 million development, spanning over three and a... View Article

Consero, a luxury developer of Surrey’s super-prime homes, has secured planning permission for revised proposals at its highly anticipated gated development on Stroude Road in Virginia Water. The approval includes a complete redesign of the three substantial detached homes, including... View Article

Stanhope, the development and asset manager, and Bennetts Associates, a leading UK architectural practice, have secured a resolution to grant planning permission from Cambridge City Council for the renewal of Kett House in Cambridge. The decision, granted on the 5th... View Article

GRAHAM has committed to developing the next generation of industry talent to combat industry-wide skills shortages as it marks National Apprenticeship Week (9th – 15th February)  across England. With a number of apprentices taking part in nationally recognised apprenticeship pathways across... View Article

The expansion of Burlington Junior School in New Maldon, funded by The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, has opened. Designed by TPM Studio and built by Morgan Sindall Construction, the scheme has delivered major upgrades that have increased the... View Article

The Qiantang Bay Central Water Axis creates a series of new landscaped parklands, terraces and gardens along the Zhedong Canal within the Xiaoshan district of Hangzhou—redefining the former industrial areas of the canal basin into a new green corridor and... View Article

Caddick Construction has commenced building work to deliver Ashfield Mills, a brand new apartment development in Bradford on behalf of Anchor, adding to the contractor’s growing portfolio in the later living sector. The £20.7m project will see Caddick deliver 75... View Article

Offsite housing specialist TALO and residential developer Oakmont have announced a new strategic partnership to deliver ultra-low energy homes faster, to consistently higher quality standards and with reduced risk.  Oakmont has been working alongside TALO on a number of residential... View Article

Vistry, the UK’s leading mixed-tenure developer, has secured a non-material amendment (NMA) to Block D at Meridian One, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of this flagship regeneration scheme in partnership with Enfield Council. This approval clears the way... View Article

3rd February 2026 This open letter sets out the key reason Section 106 Affordable Housing is stalling across the UK, and the practical steps needed to fix it   The missing link in Affordable Housing delivery is Section 106 buyers,... View Article

Independent housebuilder, Dandara has now launched its newest Prior’s Edge development in Takeley. The new homes will support the strong demand for housing in the area, driven by its desirable location near London and Cambridge. Prior’s Edge will provide a total of... View Article

Peabody has received planning permission in principle from Central Bedfordshire Council for 54 new homes in Linslade, bringing welcome progress in providing more affordable, family-sized housing for local people. Around 40 per cent of the homes will be family sized,... View Article

Bellway has submitted detailed proposals for a new development of 116 new homes in Chadwell St Mary which will create affordable housing and new public open space for the area. The housebuilder has applied to Thurrock Council for full planning... View Article

Orbit has appointed Tracy Sheedy as non-executive director to its Common Board from 1 February 2026. Tracy’s appointment further enhances the effectiveness of Orbit’s governance structure, to strengthen its oversight and guidance across both day‑to‑day operations and its long-term strategic approach... View Article

The handover of a new 100% affordable housing development at Old Sarum in Salisbury has been completed, bringing 46 much-needed homes into local use following a partnership between Dandara Southern and housing provider Abri. The final homes were handed over... View Article

Orbit Homes is continuing its commitment to delivering quality, energy efficient affordable homes with plans approved for 93 new homes in Hemsby, Norfolk. Located on Yarmouth Road, the scheme will be a fully affordable development from Orbit Homes where 60%... View Article

Private and affordable sector registrations up 12% and 10% respectively London only region to see decline in new home registrations amid regulatory challenges and affordability crisis Apartments only house type not to experience growth in 2025 Figures released today by... View Article

Mumbai, India Cielo is a compact residential building in Nagpur city, Maharashtra India. On a relatively small site of 900 sq.m., a total buildable area of 3600 sq.m. is built based upon the prevalent rules and client requirements. The mandatory open spaces... View Article

Platform Housing Group’s innovative partnership with Voicescape has scooped a national award at this year’s National Housing Maintenance Forum (NHMF) Awards. The organisations were recognised in the Best Resident Impact – Exceptional Engagement and Outcomes for Residents’ category for their collaborative... View Article