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New research shows that 79 per cent of renters are worried about the cost of their household bills.
Improving your home just became a whole lot easier for tens of thousands of families Housing and Planning Minister Caroline Flint announced today.
A new regional strategy that directs long-term housing and economic growth and environmental protection in the North West was announced by Communities Minister Baroness Andrews today.
A new report that identifies ways to help councils manage high concentrations of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) was published by Housing and Planning Minister Caroline Flint today.
New development rules which will cut the red tape for home improvements, combat the effects of climate change and protect World Heritage sites have been introduced today by Housing and Planning Minister Caroline Flint.
Housing and Planning minister Caroline Flint announced further details of the Government's plans for a groundbreaking Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) today
Professor Colin Jones was appointed as new Non-Executive Director to the Planning Inspectorate today by Communities Minister Baroness Andrews and Environment, Sustainability and Housing Minister, for Wales, Jane Davidson.
Sir Rob Margetts has been appointed as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Ordnance Survey, Communities Minister, Iain Wright announced today.
The Government's drive to deliver much needed new affordable homes and safeguard higher housing standards for eight million social housing tenants took another step forward today as the Housing and Regeneration Act gained Royal Assent.
A 12 week consultation on the East Midland's vision to tackle climate change, address housing shortages and strengthen the region's economy was launched by the Government Office for the East Midlands today.
A 12 week consultation on the South West's vision to tackle climate change, address housing shortages and strengthen the region's economy was launched by the Government today.
A series of further measures and reforms designed to help alleviate the current challenges in the housing market and to support the vital delivery of more homes over the long-term, are being announced today by Housing Minister Caroline Flint.
Plans for a sustainable social and economic renaissance in the North East were set out today by Communities Minister Baroness Andrews.
New tough planning rules will help councils better protect small shops through the current economic difficulties and create more vibrant town centres, Communities Secretary Hazel Blears announced today.
A new agreement to support the delivery of more homes and the regeneration of communities has been launched today by Housing Minister Caroline Flint, LGA Chairman Sir Simon Milton and HCA Chief Executive Designate Sir Bob Kerslake.
Homelessness Minister Iain Wright today praised the achievements of local authorities as new figures revealed that the numbers of households in temporary accommodation fell by 11 per cent in comparison to the same period last year.
Councils must get tough on protecting people in flood risk areas, Minister for Planning Caroline Flint announced today.
A new guide to speed up planning partnerships between councils and developers was published by Planning Minister, Iain Wright today.
Local leaders will have a stronger role in shaping the future development of our towns and cities under a new planning policy announced today by Housing and Planning Minister Caroline Flint.
Communities secretary Hazel Blears has announced a major expansion of Planning Aid today to ensure that people have the advice, skills and professional support they need to have a proper voice in the planning process.
Read about our guidance on energy performance for new homes.
