Daily News: 07/01/2026
Arhag Housing Association has opened a formal consultation on proposals to join the Hyde Group, with the move aimed at strengthening services and long-term sustainability for residents of the small London-based provider, while continuing to deliver homes and support in the capital. Hyde Group
ForHousing has completed a £215m refinancing deal with NatWest and Barclays, strengthening its financial position and supporting increased investment in existing and new homes. Housing Executive
Northern Ireland is set to extend eviction notice periods in the private rented sector under proposed changes to notice to quit regulations, aimed at improving security and conditions for private sector tenants. Housing Today (register)
Building maintenance specialist Cardo Group has continued its expansion with the acquisition of Scottish roofing contractor Faskin Group, strengthening its presence in Scotland. Meanwhile, Bouygues E&S has returned to profit, posting a £2.8m pre-tax gain after last year’s loss. GMI Construction more than doubled its profits by prioritising margins over volume. Elsewhere, cladding and steel specialist Stanmore has warned that BSR gateway delays could hit future turnover, while collapsed contractor Readie could remain in administration until 2029 following a three-year extension. Construction Enquirer, Construction News (register), Construction Wave, Construction News (register), and Construction News (register)
Unite Students and Newcastle University have formed a joint venture to deliver 2,000 student beds at the Castle Leazes site, with the first phase due for completion by the 2028/29 academic year, representing a significant expansion of purpose-built student housing in the city. Housing Today (register)
Housebuilders have welcomed the government’s plan to remove biodiversity net gain (BNG) requirements from smaller sites, a move aimed at supporting SMEs, though it has drawn criticism from the UK Green Building Council and environmental campaigners. Housing Today (register)
Clegg Construction has secured Gateway 2 approval from the Building Safety Regulator for a £46m, 12-storey build-to-rent development in Sheffield, clearing the way for construction of the 267-flat Nursery Street scheme for Liverpool-based developer Brickland. Construction Enquirer
North Somerset Council is maintaining its opposition to plans for 429 new homes in Nailsea, while residents have raised concerns over a proposed 350-home scheme at Gewans Farm near St Austell. More than 100 objections have also been lodged against plans for up to 350 homes near a market town in Oxfordshire, despite the scheme remaining on track for approval. Elsewhere, proposals include 320 homes by Taylor Wimpey in Harrogate, more than 300 homes in Kidbrooke, southeast London, a 250-home Green Belt scheme by Jones Homes in Bramhall, and a 200-home development in Leicestershire that residents say could cause lasting countryside damage. North Somerset Times, Cornish Times, This is Oxfordshire, Your Harrogate, London Now, Place North West, and Leicestershire Live