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What is the Government’s New Housing Bank? How funds might be available for your housing project
By Joseph Mullane published
Government makes £16bn gamble to build 500k homes, but this could provide finance to self-builders who have been locked out

Donkey invasion in the New Forest! Council's £5.6 million food bin rollout sparks chaos after animals start ransacking waste
By Joseph Mullane published
New Forest Council had hoped to turn food waste into energy as part of £5.6 million environmental scheme

Free heat pump scheme aimed at boosting installations shares early findings
By Joseph Mullane published
An initiative providing free heat pumps to trainee installers seeks to tackle skill gaps and accelerate adoption of low-carbon heating technologies

1.5m households could claim free electricity this weekend, but are you eligible?
By Joseph Mullane published
Enjoy festival vibes at home with free electricity this weekend - perfect for those missing out on live events

Winner of £6m Omaze home still hasn't been given keys due to planning problems
By Joseph Mullane published
Questions mount over Omaze’s handling of planning issues delaying luxury home prize

This is your last chance to get your 2 free tickets to the Homebuilding & Renovating Show in Surrey!
By Joseph Mullane last updated
We're heading to Surrey between 29-30 June so hurry up and register for your two free tickets worth £24 now

The surprising household items people are using as makeshift DIY tools in their homes
By Joseph Mullane published
Brits are turning everyday household items into makeshift tools, but their creativity is costing them thousands in DIY disasters

New fire-compliant solar panel launches amid safety concerns
By Joseph Mullane published
Solfit unveils UK-made in-roof solar panel built to meet the strictest fire safety standards, following renewed scrutiny of rooftop installations

Controversy over former Premier League footballer’s home extension approved under delegated powers
By Joseph Mullane published
Neighbours slam 'overwhelming' plans for ex-footballer’s Norwich home as council approval sparks backlash

Could collusion among big housebuilders be blocking self-builders from the market?
By Joseph Mullane published
The Competition and Markets Authority investigation into major UK housebuilders raises concerns that alleged anti-competitive behaviour may be limiting opportunities for self-builders and inflating home prices
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