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Queen speaks, industry reacts

Plans to devolve more powers to city councils and to promote home ownership were cornerstones of the new Conservative government’s legislative programme unveiled in the Queen’s Speech yesterday. Other government measures announced by Her Majesty at the state opening of

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FMB welcomes Labour’s recognition on housing numbers

The Labour Manifesto 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

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Green Party supports VAT cut on housing repairs

The Green Party has 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

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FMB welcomes prospect of small sites extension

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has said that an exemption for small sites from the off-site elements of the zero carbon standard will allow more new homes to be built by small local builders. This will help create diversity

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Drop in DIY may lead to a rise in rogue builders

A drop in DIY activity among homeowners could lead to a rise in rogue builders, warns the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, chief executive of the FMB, said: “The news that 41% of homeowners would rather pay for

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