Material change needed in 2021

The FMB’s Brian Berry takes a look at the changes that must be seen in Government policy to allow SME builders to thrive in these uncertain times. 2021 has started on a positive note. Only a matter of hours into... View Article

Government gives councils extra rough sleeper support

The Government is giving an extra £10 million to councils to find accommodation for rough sleepers throughout the lockdown period and ensure they are registered with a GP. The Government has said this will ensure more people can be protected... View Article

No increase in regulator’s fees from April

Social landlords in England have been informed that they will not be facing an increase in their fees payable to the regulator in the next financial year. The Regulator of Social Housing has written to all registered providers saying the... View Article

Planning for in-built sustainability

If the UK is to reach carbon net-zero by 2050 and its homes are to withstand the changing climate, sustainability needs to be ‘baked into developments’ from the outset. Isabella Krabbe of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) tells Jack... View Article

Most common mistakes to avoid when making renovations

When it comes to designing your dream home, it’s easy to get carried away with how you want the finished project to look. However, there are lots of renovating risks so it’s important you’re prepared. There are common mistakes that... View Article

4 self-builds costs that can save you money

Regardless of the amount of money that you have, the biggest risk for any self-build project is that the money could run out just before the project is completed. Spending on the wrong items is a common mistake that many... View Article