Housing market

Lincolnshire has been told it must build more than 50 percent more homes every year, but some say it cannot be achieved.

Home buyers in England and Northern Ireland will pay more stamp duty from 1 April when thresholds rise.

Estate agents say interest from buyers has been affected by new council tax rules.

Wales is the most difficult part of Britain for first-time buyers to buy a home, a new report finds.

Saffron Walden is praised by judges for its "knockout historic looks" and "exploding foodie scene".

Brent Council says there is a significant number of "substandard" HMOs posing a risk to residents.

The plans mean new regulations on hazards and minimum standards of homes.

Thresholds will change on 1 April, leaving buyers a few weeks to complete or pay more in stamp duty.