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What is Approved Document P? The building regulations you need to know when electrical work is involved
Our build expert, Mark Stevenson, takes a deep dive into the building regulations covering electrical work during a self build, renovation or extension
Top 15 most confusing property terms in the UK revealed
A study has revealed what Brits Google the most when it comes to properties. Do you know what all these terms mean?
Councils rebel against Labour’s 'undemocratic' planning reforms
Councils across England unite against Labour’s planning reforms, warning of threats to democracy, local control, and the countryside
Renovation on hold: Why 2025 has become the hardest year to improve your home
Soaring material costs, falling planning approvals, and rising labour wages make 2025 the toughest year for home improvements in a decade
Planning bill U-turn: What it means for Britain’s greenbelt
Stronger environmental rules could reshape timelines, costs, and risks for developers near protected land
Biodiversity Net Gain? Most of us haven’t heard of it, apparently
Most people score just 3.1 out of 10 in understanding a key new building rule, according to a new report
Could a quiet planning reform finally help self-builders break ground?
How a quiet planning rule change could unlock thousands of self-build homes
Do listed building grades make a difference to your home renovation plans? Yes, and here's why
If you're considering buying a listed building, the grade its been assigned can play a major part in defining what you can and can't do. Here's what you need to know
