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Kemi Badenoch promises to scrap what she calls a 'bad tax' if Tories win next election
By Joseph Mullane published
Kemi Badenoch’s pledge to scrap stamp duty on primary homes could shake up the housing market, but industry reactions suggest a mix of excitement and caution

Could digital IDs be beneficial or disastrous for the homebuying market?
By Joseph Mullane published
Experts say digital IDs could make buying a home faster and safer, but data security and accessibility concerns remain unresolved

Energy debt hit record levels amid warning it will rise further without nationwide home retrofits
By Joseph Mullane published
Energy debt at record level amid warning it will rise further without nationwide home retrofits

Is the Government’s new Planning Bill threatening to widen the ‘green space gap’?
By Joseph Mullane published
Labour’s drive to build homes fast could backfire, as experts warn its new Planning Bill risks deepening inequality in access to green space across Britain

Three-mile-long Japanese knotweed infestation threatens London homes
By Joseph Mullane published
A huge stretch of Japanese knotweed is creeping along the River Roding, putting homes at risk

The big heating switch-off: Why more homes are refusing to turn it on this winter
By Joseph Mullane published
As energy bills rise yet again, millions say they’ll avoid using central heating this winter, but experts warn the risks could outweigh the savings

Housing industry questions feasibility of Labour Party Conference promises
By Joseph Mullane published
Housing industry questions Labour Party Conference plans, warning delivery, funding, and planning challenges could delay new towns and homes

Kevin McCloud's emotional response after hearing of the Grand Designs Lighthouse sale
By Joseph Mullane published
After Homebuilding & Renovating broke the news that the house at the centre of Grand Designs’ ‘saddest ever episode’ has finally sold, we reveal the host’s reaction to the news

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