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June 2008

  • Eco Towns are Not the Answer
    The Government should promote a patchwork of small eco-projects, with contracts awarded by local regions and communities for both new homes
  • Conservative Party Housing Policy
    With the UK currently experiencing an affordable housing crisis where demand is out-stripping supply, forcing up prices for everyone, and leaving first-time buyers with little hope of getting onto the property ladder the Conservative Party's pledge...
  • Reduced VAT is Good for Business
    The European Commission's recognition of the benefits of reduced VAT rates for labour intensive services as part of the European Small Business Act (SBA) adopted today is good news for all those who want to see a cut in VAT from 17.5 % to 5% for all...
  • MPs Deliver 10,000 'Cut the VAT' Postcards
    Kate Hoey MP (Labour) and Bob Russell MP (Liberal Democrat) have delivered a 10,000 signature strong petition to 11 Downing Street, calling on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to cut VAT from 17.5% to 5% for building repair and maintenance work.
  • Green Energy Revolution
    Today's Government plans to move away from fossil fuels to wind, solar, and tidal power as part of its green energy programme is a welcome initiative but we need an accompanying green housing revolution if we are to cut carbon emissions and make our...
  • How eco-savvy is your builder
    The FMB has launched a nationwide search for Britain's greenest builder