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  • Mark Prisk: £200 million Build to Rent fund will boost housebuilding

    A new £200 million fund will boost the construction of new homes specifically for private rent, Housing Minister Mark Prisk said today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Recovered appeal: land in and around former aerodrome, North Orbital Road, St Albans (ref: 2109433, 20 December 2012)

    Decision letter and Inspector's Report relating to an application for planning permission.

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  • The Building Act 1984, Building (Amendment) Regulations 2012: Circular 02/2012

    The purpose of this Circular is to: draw attention to these amendments and explain the changes they make to the Building Regulations 2010…

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  • Written ministerial statement by Edward Davey on the first DECC annual progress report on the roll out of smart meters

    Today, I am pleased to announce the publication of the first DECC annual progress report on the roll-out of smart meters.   Smart meters have the potential to transform consumers' relationship with ...

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New cash backing more communities to put neighbourhood plans together

    Planning Minister Nick Boles has announced a new multi-million pound cash boost to help more communities.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Changes to the building regulations

    Written Ministerial Statement by The Right Honourable Don Foster MP on changes to the building regulations regime in England.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Cranbrook

    The new Cranbrook community in East Devon, has the capacity to deliver 6,000 new homes between 2012 to 2026.

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  • Edward Davey speech to the Fair Energy Summit 2012

    Introduction Energy bills are a major expense for British households, and a significant cost for British businesses too.  Ensuring that consumers get a good deal, with affordable bills from supplier...

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Guidance will help support development and get infrastructure built

    Updated guidance will ensure the Community Infrastructure Levy is effective in supporting development and getting key infrastructure built.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Government funding to unlock delivery of 12,000 new homes

    New government support for large housing sites will unlock the delivery of new homes and create thousands of jobs.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • No hidden costs to home improvement

    Homeowners will not face red tape when building conservatories and extensions.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Key milestone for smart meters rollout

    Plans for the installation of smart meters for millions of homes and businesses in Great Britain took a step forward today with the publication…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • First regional strategy to be abolished

    Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles has announced a major milestone in the transfer of power to local communities.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mark Prisk backs new rough sleeping helpline

    A new national hotline and website will connect rough sleepers with local help.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • National summit to end rough sleeping

    Speech by Housing Minister Mark Prisk on the launch of StreetLink and successful local steps to end rough sleeping.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Edward Davey speech - Scotsman conference – Energy policy in an independent Scotland

    The debate about Scotland's proposed. separation from the United Kingdom could not be more important; the Scottish people face a truly weighty decision. I welcome this opportunity to set out my view, ...

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Appointments to the Homes and Communities Agency Regulation Committee

    The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government has appointed two non-executive members following open competition.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Boost to councils and communities through the New Homes Bonus

    The New Homes Bonus scheme pays over £1 billion to councils backing growth.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Written ministerial statement by Greg Barker: PQ correction

    I would like to inform the House that a written answer I gave on 26 November 2012, Official Report col 45W to the hon. Member for Walsall North…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Written ministerial statement by Greg Barker: PQ correction

    I would like to inform the House that a written answer I gave on 26 November 2012, Official Report col 45W to the hon. Member for Walsall North was incorrect. The hon. Member asked when the Secretary ...

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government