Consolidation nation

Menary, Steve

Consolidation nation - 2005 - HouseBuilder 64(5) June 2005,41-45(4) .

Analysys the EMAP Glenigan first quarter 2005 data survey of who's building where. Focuses on Gladedale's acquisition of Country and Metropolitan as the first major industry deal of 2005 and a further example of the industry's ongoing consolidation. Gladedale now has representation in eight of the UK's 12 regions. Looks at the planning programmes of a number of other major market competitors. Provides top 10 house builder tables for the 12 regions including Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.