Tag: major
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Spring Budget brings major boost for homebuilders, homeowners and housing market
In today’s Spring Budget Statement, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced measures aimed at reviving the UK housing sector. With a shortage of skilled tradespeople holding up the building of houses, the government is injecting significant funding into training the next generation of builders. Alongside this, energy efficiency initiatives are being introduced, with the government claiming these…
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The end of leaseholds? Government pushes major housing reform
The Government has announced sweeping changes to homeownership, taking a step toward banning new leaseholds in England and Wales. The move, aimed at replacing the controversial system with commonhold ownership, promises to give homeowners greater control over their properties while addressing mounting complaints over spiraling service charges. These reforms could transform the way people manage…
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The ‘Times They Are A-Changin’ Bob Dylan’s former Highland home has major renovations approved
Bob Dylan’s former Scottish Highlands retreat, Tomintoul House, a grand 16-bedroom A-listed stately home near Nethy Bridge, is poised for significant renovations after a planning application was approved by the Highland Council. The iconic musician, who purchased the estate in the early 2000s, spent years at this secluded property nestled in the Cairngorms National Park.…
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Does spray foam insulation really prevent you getting a mortgage? We asked four major mortgage lenders
You might have heard that spray foam insulation in a property can affect your chances of getting a mortgage or invalidate your home insurance, but is this true? Spray foam insulation has gained popularity as an energy-efficient solution for homeowners, but numerous reports have come out that it can have significant implications for mortgages and…
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme sees record growth but Government report highlights major financial challenges for homeowners
A new government report has shed light on the performance of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, revealing record uptake alongside persistent barriers to wider adoption. While the scheme has funded over 55,000 installations and homeowners report high satisfaction with heat pumps, concerns over affordability, red tape and workforce shortages remain. With funding now extended until 2028,…
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Yay Or Nay Reviews: Our Honest Feelings About 5 Major Mattress Brands (Because We’ve Slept On Them:))
Purchasing a mattress is a big deal. We spend so much time sleeping (or laying) in our beds that making the not-ideal decision for our wants and needs would be SUCH a bummer. Not to mention so cumbersome because it’s not a small little thing either. We’re here today to help you make an educated…
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MottMac JV to design major nuclear submarine site expansion
Rolls-Royce Submarines infrastructure director, Terry Meighan, said: “The expansion work we have planned is of critical national importance as it enables us to safely increase our speed of manufacture, helping to deliver Dreadnought and the new SSN-AUKUS attack submarines at a much faster rate.” View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Major Construction and Design Show Moves to Chicago
On Sept. 19 and 20, 2019, Oliver Kinross, the organizers of the New York Build Expo, will be hosting Chicago Build at McCormick Place. Oliver Kinross organize an award-winning, global portfolio of construction events, including what the company describes as “the largest shows in London, New York, and Sydney”. Chicago Build is officially supported by the…