Henderson Park acquires 453-bed PBSA development portfolio in Edinburgh and Glasgow Nov 27, 2025 Henderson Park, the international real estate investment manager, has agreed to forward fund a 453-bed purpose-built student accommodation (“PBSA”) portfolio from specialist UK-based PBSA developer, Alumno Group. The portfolio comprises two development projects with planning consent in the Russell Group university cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Alumno Group, which will be responsible for the delivery […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Marks & Spencer Opens New 100,000 sq ft Flagship Store at Merry Hill Nov 27, 2025 Marks & Spencer has unveiled a new 100,000 sq ft flagship “renewal” store at Merry Hill, consolidating and expanding its previous space to create one of the centre’s key anchor destinations. The new store brings together M&S’s offer into a single, upsized unit, replacing and extending its former footprint. It features the latest renewal format, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
JPMorgan Chase Announces Plans for New London Headquarters Nov 27, 2025 JPMorgan Chase has unveiled plans to build a new tower at its Riverside South site in London’s Canary Wharf financial district, set to become the largest office building in London at 3 million square feet. The project, announced on November 27, 2025, represents a multibillion-pound investment in London, reinforcing the city’s position as a leading […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Lessons in Inclusion: How Social Value and EDI Drive Sustainable Investment Nov 27, 2025 Sustainable investment is no longer defined solely by environmental performance or long-term financial stability. Increasingly, investors are recognising that the strongest indicators of resilience and responsible growth are rooted in how organisations treat people. Social value and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) have moved from “nice to have” to essential principles that guide capital towards […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Manchester and Opportunity London announce area takeover at UKREiiF 2026 Nov 26, 2025 Manchester and Opportunity London have secured a dedicated space at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 19-21 May 2026, in Leeds. Manchester will be represented by The Manchester Invest Partnership which is headed up by Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Combined Authority and co-ordinated by Marketing Manchester. They […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Aviva Investors Provides Valor Real Estate Partners with £32 Million Green Loan for North London Urban Logistics Development Nov 26, 2025 Aviva Investors, the global asset management business of Aviva plc, has agreed to provide Valor Real Estate Partners (“Valor”) with a green loan facility of nearly £32 million to fund the development of a new Grade A urban logistics warehouse in Enfield, north London. The financing will support the construction of a single, high-specification logistics […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
IJM Land Secures Planning Resolution for Wheat Quarter in Welwyn Garden City Nov 26, 2025 IJM Land has received a resolution to grant planning permission for its 578‑home Wheat Quarter masterplan on the northern part of the former Shredded Wheat factory site in Welwyn Garden City, subject to the completion of a legal agreement with the council. The approved scheme will deliver a mix of around 133 houses, 141 retirement […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Harworth Group Secures £275 Million Revolving Credit Facility to Support Development Pipeline Nov 26, 2025 Harworth Group has signed a new £275 million revolving credit facility with its existing lending syndicate, replacing its previous £240 million facility and strengthening its capacity to invest in its development pipeline. The facility has an initial four-year term, extendable to up to five years subject to lender consent, and includes an uncommitted accordion that […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Government Approves Marlow Film Studios Plans in Buckinghamshire Nov 26, 2025 The government has approved the plans for Marlow Film Studios in Buckinghamshire, ending a long-running planning dispute. The project is a £750 million film studio complex at Little Marlow on green belt land adjacent to the A404. The development will include multiple sound stages, workshops, backlots, and associated facilities. The scheme has support from major […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Cain Secures £350m Refinancing Facility Backed by KKR to Support Prime UK Industrial & Logistics Portfolio Nov 26, 2025 Cain has successfully secured a £350 million refinancing facility from investment funds and accounts managed by KKR, reinforcing confidence in the strength of modern, energy-efficient logistics assets and Cain’s proven ability to lease and operate its portfolio. The refinancing provides medium-term debt against Cain’s 3.2 million sq ft portfolio of prime UK industrial and logistics […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
