Latest articles by Joseph Mullane
An overgrown coastal plot in Sennen, Cornwall, offers space for two detached homes and sweeping views over Sennen Cove
Brambles Yard in White Colne offers five custom-build plots allowing buyers to personalise homes within a low-density countryside development
High-value property tax set to hit 165,000 UK homeowners, with many likely to appeal
How much does planning permission cost? Before setting out on your self build journey it’s important to be aware of the costs you’ll incur from the outset, as planning consultant Simon Rix explains
A former poultry site in Oxfordshire has prior approval under Class Q to be converted into five dwellings, with options for up to 22 acres of land
Simpler Recycling rules were introduced this week, with a poll revealing that many homeowners are unclear on what the new rules mean for them
With new recycling rules now in force, gardeners across England must rethink what goes in their garden recycling bins – or risk refusal of collection, or even fines
The Simpler Recycling rules came into force on March 31st 2026, so why aren't all councils rolling them out?
New data reveals which UK councils are taking the toughest action on planning permission breaches, with enforcement notices rising sharply in recent years
We reveal how homeowners can prepare for the new Simpler Recycling rules
Martin Lewis reveals how the government may step in to help cut UK energy bills following their latest announcement
Mixing up your recycling bins could lead to significant punishments, including fines, rejected collections, and warning stickers, as new rules are rolled out across England
Lidl to sell plug‑in solar panels as government confirms they are working with the retailer so the cheap energy source can hit UK shops "within months"
From 2028, every new home in England must cut carbon with low‑carbon heating and rooftop solar, while the government expands clean energy options for households
England’s Land Use Framework introduces a national map to guide planning permission for new houses, but environmental protections could limit where you can build
Analysts warn the next price cap could push average annual energy bills close to £2,000, sharply up from current levels
Octopus Energy claims heat pumps are now cheaper to run than gas boilers, but real-world data suggests the picture is more complex
A Bolton couple with arthritis have been told to remove a fence they put up after being unable to maintain an overgrown hedge
Amazon Alexa+ is the next-generation voice assistant designed to make managing smart homes easier, more intuitive, and more connected than ever
I tested the latest eufy robot mop and vacuum to see if it was worth the cost, and these were the results
From 31 March, what you can throw in your recycling bin is changing – and many residents aren’t sure what counts anymore
The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show is back at the NEC on the 19-22 of March
Homebuilding & Renovating understands that Tesla's licence to deliver energy to the UK could be withdrawn by Ofgem if the operator does not meet its regulatory obligations, with financial penalties also a possibility
