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Healthy handling initiative 2004 - London, east and south-east

The HSE is publicising its 'Healthy Handling' initiative that will culminate in an inspection of sites throughout London, east and south-east England during Ma…

Weekly News Summary 19 January 2004

A weekly news summary covering all aspects of the housebuilding industry from Pierre Williams, HBF's head of media, available to members only.

Weekly News Summary 13 January 2004

A weekly news summary covering all aspects of the house building industry from Pierre Williams, HBF's Head of Media, available to members only.

Wales housing crisis

A new report reveals Wales could face a housing crisis equal to or greater than in England unless urgent action is taken now.

Greenleaf awards deadline

Enter the Sustainable New Homes Awards today!

Tynedale Council Interim Planning Policy: Affordable Housing

09 January 2004 HBF has submitted a response to the Interim Policy. The Draft Interim Policy seeks an element of affordable housing on all housing develop…

HBF concern over Defra review of waste permits - packages 11-13

This is the HBF response to the informal consultation on the fourth set of work packages. The formal consultation is to take place later this year.

Weekly News Summary 8 January 2004

A weekly news summary covering all aspects of the house building industry from Pierre Williams, HBF's Head of Media, available to members only.

Energy efficiency notices - why every home should have one

All new dwellings built since January 2001 are required to have a certificate of 'standard assessment procedure' (SAP). This is a rating for the energy efficie…