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Burly construction workers aren't used to applying a bit of cream on their faces ... but they're being urged to slap on the sunscreen as the hot we

Homebuyers can be sure of a sound investment in Stoke-on-Trent

Anyone looking to get into the buy-to-let market in Stoke-on-Trent can be sure that they are making a

Housebuilder launches riposte to 'unfair' Help to Buy scheme

Follow @adamfrwilliams Housebuilder Persimmon Homes has launched a scheme similar to Help to Buy in

Housing Minister announces roll-out for sprinklers in new-build homes across Wales

Policy announcement comes amid raft of measures aimed to give housing mark

Cover up and slap on the sun cream

HUNDREDS of construction workers across the region are being encouraged to cover up and slap on the sun cream as part of a su

Taylor Wimpey delivers in "healthier" housing market

Taylor Wimpey is continuing to deliver in a “much approved and healthier housing market,” it said today, announcing a pre-tax profit rise of 42.1% to 109 milli…

Government launches long awaited Part L

The government has published details of the long delayed update to Building Regulations Part L for England.

House prices rise 0.3% - Hometrack

House prices in England and Wales rose 0.3% in July, according to Hometrack’s latest national housing survey.

Highest half-year registration figures since 2008 - NHBC

The UK housebuilding industry continues to show signs of recovery, with NHBC reporting the highest half-yearly total of new homes registered since 2008.

London mayor speeds up Olympic homes delivery

The mayor of London Boris Johnson has announced that he will bring forward the delivery of 1,600 homes within London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park by requirin…