UKREiiF News

£ Multi-Million St Luke’s Campus Redevelopment: University of Exeter Invites Public Input

The University of Exeter has announced plans for the redevelopment of its historic St Luke’s campus, an eleven-acre site nestled between Heavitree Road and Magdalen Road. The university is now seeking public opinion on this transformative project. Founded in 1854 as a teacher training college, the St Luke’s campus is currently home to the university’s […]

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£1.14 Billion East Midlands Revitalisation: Major Development and Investment Plans Set in Motion

The East Midlands region is poised for a transformation with the approval of a £1.14 billion investment plan, marking a new era of development and opportunity. This initiative follows the creation of the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), a move that will centralise and enhance governance across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Derby, and Nottingham. Residents of […]

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UCB Plans 1,200 bed Student Accommodation Overhaul in Birmingham

University College Birmingham (UCB) has proposed a significant redevelopment of its student accommodation facilities, submitting a planning application to Birmingham City Council. The new development, named Cambrian Wharf, aims to centralise student living into a singular, modern structure. The proposed Cambrian Wharf project, located near the Jewellery Quarter on Brindley Drive, will feature two distinct […]

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£23m Arcadian Student Complex Enhances Nottingham’s Student Living

The Arcadian, a new £23m student accommodation project under construction in Nottingham’s city centre, is now part of an innovative student housing portfolio. EVO Student, the newest venture by Homes for Students, a prominent provider of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), has incorporated the Arcadian into its collection. Urbium Capital, the developer behind the Arcadian, plans […]

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The Earls Court Development Company sign up for UKREiiF 2024

The Earls Court Development Company (ECDC) have confirmed its involvement with The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF). The UKREiiF event is in partnership with Pagabo, and is set to take place between 21-23 May 2024, in Leeds. The Earls Court Development Company is an Earl’s Court-based business responsible for driving the transformation […]

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£50m Boost for Affordable Housing from Octopus Investments

Octopus Investments, a subsidiary of Octopus Group, has successfully completed the first close of its new affordable housing fund with £50m. This fund, in partnership with London CIV representing 32 local government pension schemes in London, marks a significant step towards addressing the UK’s need for high-quality, affordable housing. This initial investment is set to […]

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£13m Puma Loan Fuels Intergenerational Development in Manchester

Puma Property Finance has committed a £13 million loan to facilitate a collaborative venture between the McGoff Group and Patrick Properties, earmarked for a unique intergenerational development in Bowdon, South Manchester. This innovative project encompasses a care home and a children’s day nursery, specifically designed to encourage regular interaction between young and elderly residents. The […]

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Mitsubishi Estate and Edge Buy Prime London Office Tower at £150 Million

Mitsubishi Estate has partnered with Dutch developer Edge to acquire a prominent office tower in London’s West End, previously leased to WeWork, for £150 million. This purchase price reflects a 44% reduction from the £267 million paid by the former owners, a joint venture between Savills Investment Management and Korea’s Vestas Investment Management, in 2018. […]

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