Saint-Gobain secure centre stage spot at UKREiiF 2026 Oct 29, 2025 The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has announced that Saint-Gobain UK has secured a pavilion at the annual event taking place between 19-21 May 2026, in Leeds. Saint-Gobain is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing materials and solutions for construction, mobility, and industrial markets. Through continuous innovation, the company develops […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
HBD Secures Planning Amendments for £150 Million Build-to-Rent Scheme in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter Oct 29, 2025 Property developer HBD has secured planning amendments for its £150 million Birmingham Neighbourhood build-to-rent (BTR) development in the Jewellery Quarter, enabling a larger and more sustainable urban community. The revised plans increase the scheme to 504 apartments, up from the originally approved 414, through the addition of an extra storey to four of the five […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Hillwood secures £27.7 million loan from Investec Bank to deliver sustainable industrial development in Northamptonshire Oct 29, 2025 Hillwood has secured a £27.7 million senior loan from Investec Bank to fund the development of Quattro Raunds, a new Grade A industrial and logistics scheme located in Northamptonshire. The project will see the speculative construction of four high-quality industrial units, ranging in size from 10,600 sq ft to 117,000 sq ft, and providing a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Welltower Acquires Barchester Healthcare in Record-Breaking £5.2 Billion Deal Oct 29, 2025 Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL), a leading U.S. real estate investment trust specialising in healthcare infrastructure, today announced the acquisition of Barchester Healthcare, the United Kingdom’s second-largest nursing home operator, in a transaction valued at £5.2 billion. This marks the world’s largest care home acquisition to date, surpassing all previous records in the sector. The acquisition […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Elysian Residences Secures £87.6 Million Refinancing from Barclays to Support Premium Later-Living Developments Oct 29, 2025 Elysian Residences has secured an £87.6 million loan from Barclays to refinance two of its premium later-living developments in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, and Sevenoaks, Kent. The financing will support the continued operation and growth of the two luxury schemes, both completed in recent years and designed for affluent retirees. Each development offers a range of independent […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Premier Inn signals more regional growth in Ireland following the granting of planning permission for its second Cork hotel Oct 29, 2025 Whitbread plc, the parent company of Premier Inn, has signalled further expansion of its well-known hotel brand in Ireland after securing planning permission for a second location in Cork. Plans for a 174-room Premier Inn to the east of Cork City Centre was awarded a final planning grant yesterday [28th October 2025] paving the way […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Willmott Dixon announces pavilion at UKREiiF 2026 Oct 28, 2025 The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has announced that Willmott Dixon has secured a pavilion at the annual event taking place between 19-21 May 2026, in Leeds. Willmott Dixon, a privately-owned construction and interior fit-out specialist, is driven by a strong ambition to create a lasting, positive impact on society that improves […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
ECF Advances Major Residential Plans in Salford as Part of £2.5 Billion Crescent Salford Regeneration Oct 28, 2025 The English Cities Fund (ECF) has submitted multiple planning applications for major residential developments in Salford, reinforcing progress on the transformative £2.5 billion Crescent Salford masterplan. These proposals aim to deliver high-quality, sustainable homes across the city while fostering community wellbeing. ECF has proposed 263 new homes on the former Old Adelphi University site, featuring […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Morrisons Announces Major Expansion with 250 New “Morrisons Daily” Franchise Stores Across England Oct 28, 2025 Morrisons has announced plans to expand its convenience store network by partnering with independent corner shop owners across England. Up to 250 local stores will be converted into branded “Morrisons Daily” outlets, with a focus on the South of England and the Midlands, regions where Morrisons currently has fewer stores. The rollout is expected to […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Octopus Capital Raises Nearly £60 Million for Octopus Healthcare Fund Oct 28, 2025 Octopus Capital has raised just under £60 million for its Octopus Healthcare Fund, with the majority of the investment coming from LGPS Central, the investment manager for several UK public sector pension funds, and Knight Frank Investment Management. This latest capital raise brings the total funds under management in the Octopus Healthcare Fund to £1.7 […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
