Offsite firm sees profit jump
Premier Modular reports an increase in work from the healthcare and education sectors, alongside a jump in profit. The article indicates stronger demand for offsite construction in these public-service markets.
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Housebuilding gets boost with CITB’s fast-track apprenticeship scheme
The Construction Industry Training Board has launched an Accelerated Apprenticeship scheme aimed at shortening apprenticeship duration by up to a year. The initiative is presented as a way to support the housebuilding sector by speeding up the training pipeline for construction workers.
Decision: Pivotal Housing Association
This article refers to the Regulator of Social Housing’s published view of how well Pivotal Housing Association is meeting regulatory standards. The extract does not provide the underlying findings, ratings or any specific compliance issues.
Notice: The Environment Agency (NPS/WR/045815): application made to abstract water
The Environment Agency has submitted an application to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for a licence to abstract water. The notice indicates a formal water abstraction application is under consideration.
Official Statistics: Business insights and impact on the UK economy: 4 June 2026
This Office for National Statistics release provides an overview of how current economic challenges and other events are affecting UK businesses. It covers business performance, workforce conditions, trade, and resilience, but the supplied extract does not include specific sector-level findings.
Alan Titchmarsh buys Omaze winner’s home
The article reports that TV presenter Alan Titchmarsh has bought a six-bedroom bungalow in Surrey that had previously been sold through Omaze and later won in a prize draw. It also notes the property was marketed by Savills and Andrew Lodge estate agents, with the listing emphasising high-spec finishes and sustainability features including air source heat pumps and underfloor heating.
AWARDS ENTRY 101 – The good, the bad and the award-worthy
The article explains what judges looked for in The Negotiator Awards 2025, with a consistent emphasis on evidence, measurable outcomes and clear examples across lettings, agency, supplier and community categories. Strong entries combined performance metrics, testimonials and operational detail, while weaker submissions tended to rely on unsupported claims and generalised marketing language.
Dwelly strengthens Cotswolds presence with fifth acquisition of the year
Dwelly has acquired Cheltenham-based lettings agency Elliot Oliver, adding around 900 fully managed properties and expanding its footprint in the Cotswolds and wider South West. The deal is the company’s fifth acquisition of 2026 and forms part of a strategy to retain local leadership while improving operations through systems and AI-led infrastructure.
Ex-Virgin Media guru wants agency to take ‘video-first’ marketing route
An estate agency has appointed a new marketing chief who says the business should adopt a video-first marketing strategy to help keep the brand viable. The article presents this as a branding and promotional shift rather than a regulatory or operational change.
What first time buyers REALLY want from a home
The article highlights that first-time buyers place strong emphasis on space and energy efficiency when choosing a home. It suggests these features are among the most important considerations in the current market.
Leadership Under Pressure event from Women in Estate Agency group
The article announces an upcoming Leadership Under Pressure event from the Women in Estate Agency group. It will be led by Sara Cox MBE, described as the world’s first professional female rugby referee.
Young home-owners rely on reviews, not old-school recommendations
The article reports that younger home-owners are more likely to rely on online reviews than traditional word-of-mouth recommendations when choosing property-related services. The claim is attributed to HomeOwners Alliance and the Federation of Master Builders.
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