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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

5 things you probably didn’t know about heat pumps for Heat Pump Week 2025
By Joseph Mullane published
Heat Pump Week (29 Sept–5 Oct) raises awareness of heat pumps’ role in cutting bills and carbon. Here are five surprising facts UK homeowners should know

Farmhouse becomes available for the first time in over a century
By Joseph Mullane published
A three-generation farmhouse, outbuildings, and 5 acres of land come to the market for the first time since 1922
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