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Barratts on the way up

HOUSEBUILDER Barratt Developments reported its best start to the year since 2007, saying Government schemes to boost mortgage access have energised the UK's sluggish market.

"The foundations of stronger mortgage lending are a lot firmer than they have been for some time," said chief executive Mark Clare.

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