CMA makes investigated housebuilders pay £100m to fund affordable homes

The Competition and Markets Authority has concluded its investigation into nine separate volume housebuilders over “suspected anti-competitive conduct,” by issuing several requirements to prevent information sharing including a £100m payment for affordable home construction. These ‘Commitments’ “address the CMA’s competition... View Article

Flames with Purpose: Modern stoves in low carbon developments

Peter Mintoft at Charlton & Jenrick explores how Ecodesign Ready stoves contribute to low carbon builds, supporting building efficiency and sustainable heating without compromising air quality or design integrity. Housebuilders and developers are increasingly under pressure to deliver homes that... View Article

Owl Homes appoints Mike Kelly as new Managing Director

Award-winning housebuilder, Owl Homes has announced the appointment of a new​ Managing Director. Mike Kelly joins the Tamworth-based firm, bringing with him circa three decades of industry​ experience from senior leadership roles at Bloor Homes and Bellway Homes. “The Owl team is... View Article

The importance of safe staircase design

Helen Hewitt, Chief Executive of the British Woodworking Federation Stairs are one of the most-used features in a building, yet they present a significant risk of injury through slips, trips, and falls. Research from the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) shows... View Article

Additions to the Stelrad compact range

Stelrad has launched a range of 200mm and 1200mm high radiators in a variety of sizes. The new radiator sizes offer a helpful additional range to slot into specifications and installations up and down the country. The new 200mm sized... View Article

Glasgow’s Most Exclusive New Address Gets Set for Launch

Tender loving care has always been at the beating heart of the former Victoria Infirmary in Glasgow’s southside and now the site’s iconic Nightingale buildings have been painstakingly restored, set to become Glasgow’s most sought-after new address. Lovingly transformed by... View Article