Daily News: 24/12/2025
Persimmon Homes has become the first developer in Scotland to sign a contract committing to fund and complete essential cladding remediation works on buildings for which it is responsible, marking a significant step forward in addressing building safety issues. The Scottish Government
New data from the Building Safety Regulator shows that in the 12 weeks to December 2025, 94 new-build building control approvals were determined and 101 new applications received, highlighting ongoing demand in the higher-risk building approval system. GOV.UK
Bracknell Forest Council has said it “will work on” addressing issues raised through complaints after 11 cases were upheld over the past year, resulting in payouts totalling £7,950 to complainants. BBC
Housing 21 has maintained high levels of employee satisfaction, achieving an overall score of 82% in its 2025 Employee Survey, reaffirming its position as a leading employer in the housing sector. Meanwhile, a new report has found that council tenants in Levenmouth report higher levels of satisfaction with their housing compared with the Fife average. Housing Digital, Scottish Housing News
South Ayrshire Council is on track to exceed its social housing targets, with a further 147 affordable homes due to be completed or started on site by the end of 2025/26. Meanwhile, Hounslow Council’s cabinet has backed the Future Feltham programme, a bold and ambitious regeneration plan focused on delivering new homes, creating jobs and transforming the town into a greener, more inclusive place. South Ayrshire Council, Hounslow London Borough
The government has expanded a pilot scheme aimed at tackling rogue landlords and protecting public funds, according to an announcement from the Department for Work and Pensions. London Gov
Housebuilder Keepmoat has announced an £84m investment to deliver 332 new homes in Stoneyburn, West Lothian, working in partnership with housing association Home Group to create a high-quality, multi-tenure community. Daily Record
Modular building specialist Thurston Group has been bought out of administration, securing the future of the business following its recent financial difficulties. Meanwhile, Warwick Ward (Machinery) Ltd has entered administration after 55 years of trading, with nearly all of its 89 employees reportedly made redundant. Construction Enquirer, Birmingham Live
Bellway has submitted plans for 458 homes at Horwich Loco Works as part of a wider 1,700-home scheme. Elsewhere, proposals include up to 350 homes in Chipping Norton, 235 homes near Tadley facing local protests, a £44m, 199-home scheme in Runcorn, and revised plans for 117 affordable homes at Quarry Farm in Flint. Place North West, Cotswold Journal, Basingstoke Gazette, Cheshire Live, and Place North West