Angela Rayner has gone. Is her housing brief leaving with her? In the often-turbulent world of Westminster, the revolving door of ministerial appointments is a familiar sight. This past week, that door has spun once more for the housing sector, with a significant...
The recent Local Plan review has delivered a clear message for Sheffield’s future development. The Planning Inspector’s findings touch on key issues that will shape the city for years to come: ✅ More new homesThe review confirms that Sheffield must plan for a...
Twelve months ago, a new government came to power with a bold promise: to get Britain building again. At the heart of this commitment was the ambitious target of delivering 1.5 million new homes in England over the course of the parliament. With the first year now...
% Lending to SME property developer has fallen by 49% In the world of property development, a stark and concerning trend has emerged: lending to small and medium-sized housebuilders has been in sharp decline. According to a recent analysis, bank lending to these...
For years, the phrase “Biodiversity Net Gain” (BNG) has been a significant topic in environmental and planning circles. Today, that concept moves from policy aspiration to legal reality. As of February 12, 2024, mandatory BNG is a formal requirement for...
