The importance given to housing in the Conservative Party manifesto should be applauded but it will be important for the next government to remain focused on housing supply as well as housing ownership, according to the Federation of Master Builders
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The Labour Manifesto published today shows a welcome recognition of the economic and social importance of building more homes, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “By comparing this Labour manifesto with
The Green Party has today pledged to cut VAT on housing repairs and renovations. Currently the VAT rate on repairs and renovations is 20% but, with the UK housing stock in desperate need of improvements such as insulation, a coalition led
Easter weekend marks the start for many homeowners carrying out home repairs and renovation work. Typically this involves getting the builders in, which can be a stressful experience, which is why it is important when choosing a builder to make
Public support for new house building is increasing and needs to be addressed if we are to tackle Britain’s growing housing crisis, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to new findings from the British Social Attitudes Survey. The
Conservative Party plans to deliver 200,000 new homes for first-time buyers is a welcome ambition but needs to be delivered by a range of builders to ensure good quality design and diversity, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry,
The Local Government Association’s (LGA) newly launched local government construction procurement strategy sets the framework for improving public procurement for small and micro firms, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). The LGA launched the Construction Category Strategy earlier this
A construction skills time bomb is ticking, with skills shortages on the increase across a number of trades and professions, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Results from the FMB’s latest State of Trade Survey for Q4 2014 show
The future of the construction industry hangs in the balance following today’s government announcement on apprenticeship funding reforms, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “Today’s announcement by the Skills Minister offers
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