Maidenhead Set for New Industrial and Logistics Development Backed by Pembury and Sun Capital Feb 23, 2026 A new industrial and logistics development is set to come forward in Maidenhead, supporting continued expansion in the UK sheds and distribution market. The project is designed to address rising occupier demand for high‑quality regional logistics space, driven by e‑commerce growth and increased pressure on supply chain capacity. Pembury is leading the initiative as a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
OneIM Announces £335 Million Investment Strategy Targeting London Hospitality Market Feb 23, 2026 OneIM has launched a £335 million investment strategy aimed at expanding its presence within the London hospitality real estate market. The move focuses on acquiring and converting suitable assets into lifestyle-led extended-stay and aparthotel properties, responding to continued demand for flexible accommodation formats in the capital. Partnership Focused on Lifestyle Hospitality Growth The strategy is […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
£59m Glasgow PBSA Scheme at 38 Cadogan Street Nears Planning Approval Feb 23, 2026 A £59 million purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme proposed for 38 Cadogan Street in Glasgow city centre is progressing towards planning approval, signalling a significant new addition to the city’s student housing pipeline. The development has been brought forward by Bankfoot APAM on behalf of an investor fund and would replace an outdated, energy‑inefficient office […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Evolution Investment Fund Announces £1.1bn Investment into Major Mayfair Hotel Projects Feb 23, 2026 Evolution Investment Fund has unveiled a £1.1bn commitment to acquire and develop two luxury hotel assets in London’s Mayfair, underlining continued investor confidence in the capital’s high‑end hospitality sector. The British Virgin Islands–based real estate vehicle, backed by the UAE‑based Shanshal family, is expanding its UK presence with strategic acquisitions in two of the West […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Sirius to bring Enabling Works Zone to UKREiiF 2026 Feb 23, 2026 The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) have announced that ground engineering consultant and contractors The Sirius Group are bringing their exclusive Enabling Works Zone to the annual event set to take place between 19-21 May 2026, in Leeds. The Sirius Group provides end-to-end site development services, guiding clients from early site investigations, through planning, design and project delivery. With senior specialists across civil engineering, demolition, drilling, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
City of London approves major redevelopment of Britain’s busiest station in boost for growth Feb 10, 2026 The City of London Corporation has today approved plans for a major redevelopment of Liverpool Street Station, a landmark project which will secure the long‑term future of Britain’s busiest train station. Set to unlock new opportunities for growth at the heart of the Square Mile, the proposals will deliver a state-of-the-art, fully accessible station, alongside […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
PIC completes £155 million full buy-in for Vistry’s Final Salary Pension Schemes Feb 10, 2026 PIC, a specialist insurer of defined benefit pension schemes, has concluded a £155 million buy-in with the Trustee of Vistry’s Final Salary Pension Schemes, covering the pensions of 1,671 members. The transaction covers the Bovis Homes Pension Scheme, Galliford Try Final Salary Pension Scheme, and Kendall Cross Holdings Limited Pension and Assurance Scheme (together ‘the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
The Future Homes Pavilion announced for UKREiiF 2026 Feb 10, 2026 The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has announced that the Future Homes Hub, NHBC, Barclays and Homes England will jointly host the Future Homes Pavilion at UKREiiF 2026. The annual event will take place in Leeds from 19–21 May, bringing together industry leaders to explore the future of housing and development. The […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Planning inspector recruitment: your questions answered Feb 6, 2026 What is the role of a planning inspector? Planning inspectors conduct independent examinations of local plans—the documents that determine where homes are built and how communities develop across England. As Simon Berkeley, Professional Lead for Local Plans at the Planning Inspectorate, explains: “We assess whether plans are positively prepared, justified, effective and consistent with national policy. This independent scrutiny […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Surrounded by a great team doing important work: life in local plans Feb 6, 2026 Planning inspectors work independently, but they are far from alone. “When I joined, I felt like I was joining a very select band of people,” says Paul Griffiths, who has been an inspector for 26 years. “There is a real esprit de corps about it. We all look after each other, and we all help each other […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
