Policy

Third Round of Brownfield Land Release Fund 2 Open

The UK Government has revealed that £80 million will be used to transform neglected land into new homes. How will this help councils to create thriving communities? Councils across England can now bid […]

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Stonewater’s 6000th New Home Marked by Community Event

An event at a new development of homes in Ewyas Harold, Herefordshire has marked Stonewater’s 6000th new home. Customers and community members joined partners involved in the delivery of the homes at Blunden […]

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How is Dumfries and Galloway Enhancing Energy Efficiency?

Dumfries and Galloway Council is developing a Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategy in response to the Scottish Government’s guidance. How will this improve energy efficiency? The Local Heat & Energy Efficiency Strategies […]

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10-point Plan Launched for Government to Tackle Housing Crisis 

The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has released a 10-point plan for practical solutions for the UK Government to remove barriers to building and start providing the nation with much-needed homes.  Its international audit […]

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Scottish Borders Launch Five-year Local Housing Strategy 

Scottish Borders Council’s Executive Committee has agreed on a new five-year Local Housing Strategy which aims to address some of the most significant and important housing issues facing them, its partners, and communities.  […]

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Homes England Opens Next Round for Affordable Homes Programme 

Homes England is inviting partners to submit proposals for affordable housing grants to support the near-term delivery of affordable housing under the 2021 to 2026 Affordable Homes Programme. Homes England has said that […]

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Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill Becomes Law

New laws which will speed up planning, build homes, and level up have come into effect after receiving Royal Assent last week.   The Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill, which became law on 26 […]

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Welsh Government Announces New Housing Quality Standard

A new Housing Quality Standard is being introduced by the Welsh Government. How will the standard help amplify the decarbonisation of Wales’ current social housing stock? The Welsh Government has announced that the […]

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The Scottish Government Reveals Rural and Islands Housing Action Plan

A new Rural and Islands Housing Action Plan has been announced by the Scottish Government. How will this help to deliver more affordable housing to rural communities? The Action Plan will support the […]

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