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PM launches Starter Home initiative

Prime minister David Cameron is today (December 15) set to launch the government’s Starter Home initiative which will offer homes at a 20% discount to 10…

Avant Homes sold to hedge fund consortium

A hedge fund consortium has acquired Avant Homes, it was confirmed today (December 15).  

Housebuilders welcome National Infrastructure Plan measures

Housebuilders have welcomed measures to speed up planning and housing delivery as part of the government’s National Infrastructure Plan.    

Persimmon launches ex-military recruitment drive

Persimmon has today (November 18) launched a recruitment drive to employ up to 500 ex-military personnel into its business.