East of England homebuilder secures £165m financial package

A regional homebuilder has secured £165million in funding to fuel its expansion. Allison Homes has agreed a financing package with its three major funding partners – HSBC, NatWest and Homes England, the government’s housing agency. The financing will be provided by the Home Building Fund, which is designed to help SME housebuilders overcome funding barriers […]
Former prisoner building new career in construction thanks to bricklaying training scheme

A former prisoner is embarking on an exciting new career in construction after training as a bricklayer while serving her time. Maria Sara, who had been having a difficult time in her life, was jailed for an assault in 2024 and was sent to HMP Peterborough. Eager to stay busy, she started working in the […]
Allison Homes names new Group Head of Technical

A Peterborough-based housebuilder has named its new Group Head of Technical to lead a series of new major initiatives in the business. Ross Constant has taken on the role at Allison Homes, having risen through the ranks since joining the business as Technical Coordinator in 2020. His new role will see him work alongside Group […]