housebuilding

Keepmoat partners with The Pallet LOOP to support pallet reuse
by Jennie Ward|21 July 26|Build, Supply
The Pallet LOOP has welcomed top 10 housebuilder, Keepmoat, as its latest housebuilding partner, as both businesses work together to reduce pallet waste and support greater reuse across the construction supply chain. Keepmoat is a leading UK partnership homebuilder, delivering high quality new homes and communities across the country. Working...
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‘Government support and clear direction’ could be key to the UK’s MMC sector
by Jennie Ward|10 May 26|Build, Policy, Supply
The government needs to acquire a much deeper understanding of how modern methods of construction (MMC) work, and then develop a clear strategy and demonstrate leadership, if the sector is to support more housebuilding, according to TDUK member Arclin. Seven distinct categories of MMC have previously been defined by a...
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Increasing the speed of timber frame construction
by Jennie Ward|14 April 26|Build, Supply
The UK faces a housing shortage and must cut building sector carbon emissions to hit net zero. TDUK member Arclin explores how quick build, low eco-impact timber frame construction can help meet both challenges.  The urban development organisation Centre for Cities estimates that, after years of failing to keep pace...
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NHBC reports 11% year-on-year growth in UK new home registrations
by Jennie Ward|11 February 26|Build, Supply
UK new home registrations in 2025 rose 11% to 115,350 compared with the previous year's figures, according to the latest data from National House-Building Council (NHBC). Daniel Pearce, Corporate Strategy Director at NHBC, said: “Our latest figures show increased home building activity, although the volume of new homes built remains...
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CMA releases report on house building
UK construction output rises in April despite wider economic challenges
by Jennie Ward|12 June 25|Build, Supply
Construction output in Great Britain rose for the third consecutive month in April 2025, according to the latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Monthly output increased by 0.9% in volume terms, driven by growth in new build work and a modest uplift in repair and maintenance....
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Planning permission approvals reach new low
by Jennie Ward|12 June 25|Build, Supply
The number of new home building sites given planning approval in England during Q1 2025 was the lowest since reporting began some 20 years ago, according to the latest Housing Pipeline report from the Home Builders Federation (based on Glenigan data). This means there has been less investment in new...
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Spending Review: Long-term investment offers certainty amid economic pressures
by Jennie Ward|11 June 25|Build, Supply
The UK Government’s 2025 Spending Review has delivered a welcome degree of long-term certainty for the construction industry, with major announcements around housing, infrastructure, and capital investment. Despite tight fiscal constraints, the Chancellor has committed to substantial public spending across key areas, signalling renewed support for the built environment and...
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Scotland’s First Minister opens advanced timber frame facility in Scotland
by Jennie Ward|02 May 25|Build, Supply
The First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honourable John Swinney MSP, has officially opened one of the UK’s most technologically advanced timber frame construction facilities in Irvine, Scotland. The facility is operated by Alexander Timber Design (ATD), a company owned and run by Glennon Brothers. The £18 million investment in...
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The Spring 2025 issue of Supplying Timber is online!
by Jennie Ward|16 April 25|Supply
Packed with inspiring examples of stylish and efficient timber buildings, the Spring 2025 issue of Supplying Timber magazine is out now. Look no further for all the latest timber supply news, legislative updates, new products and top tips for building with and selling timber. The Spring 2025 issue is an...
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Spring Statement highlights ‘difficult decisions’ the UK faces to boost housing
by Jennie Ward|29 March 25|Supply
Housebuilding over the next five years will fail to meet the government's 1.5 million new home pledge, according to the latest Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) figures. Instead, the OBR says around 1.3 million net additional dwellings will be built, meaning the government will fail to meet its target by around...
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