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Group chief executive Mark Clare

Barratt cautious as conditions bite

Barratt Developments said today it expected its number of sites to decline as it responds to a "significant" deterioration in market conditions.
  • Published:14 May 2008 09:41
The Construction News Housing Debate

The Construction News Housing Debate

Find out what industry leaders think of the key issues facing the housing industry. Click here for the video of the round table debate.

Nick Raynsford MP, chair of All-Party Urban Development Group researching housing

The Housing Debate: Part 1

Construction News brought together the key players from all parts of the house building industry – developers, builders, clients and politicians – to discuss the complex challenges it faces. Click here for the video of the round table debate.
Right: John Stewart, director of economic affairs, House Builders’ Federation Left: Ross Brodie, group land and planning director, Gladedale

The Housing Debate: Part 2

Improving relationships offer hope – but questions remain about the economics of housing mix and developing brownfield. Click here for the video of the round table debate.
Malcolm Harris, chief executive, Bovis Homes Group

The Housing Debate: Part 3

Could the UK get more 'bang for its buck' by upgrading existing homes rather than new ones; and the impact of the Homes & Communities Agency. Click here for the video of the round table debate.