£3.1m Government Funding Catalyses Development of 255 Homes in Sunderland Oct 30, 2023 Two neglected plots of land in Sunderland are poised for transformation into vibrant housing communities, courtesy of a substantial £3.1 million grant from the government. The ambitious projects located at Carley Hill and Farringdon Row have secured the funding from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, funnelled through the Brownfield Land Release Fund […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Planning approved for 55,000 Sq Ft Ellesmere Port Warehouse Oct 30, 2023 Planners have given the go ahead for the development of a 55,000 sq ft warehouse in Ellesmere Port for Silvershaw Limited a company within the MCR Property Group. Cheshire West and Chester Council approved the warehouse, which will sit in 3.34 acres of land and will include hard and soft landscaping, a service yard, parking […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Aviva Investors Acquires Beckenham’s Triple Two Distribution Hub Oct 27, 2023 Aviva Investors has strategically expanded its portfolio by acquiring the Triple Two Centre, a prominent distribution hub nestled in Beckenham, south-east London. This acquisition, encompassing over 112,000 square feet of logistic space divided across 10 units, is sited on a sprawling 4.5-acre estate, with an additional undeveloped 0.2-acre plot gracing the entrance. This move by […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
£31M proposed to Revitalise Port Glasgow Estate Oct 27, 2023 The defunct Clune Park estate in Port Glasgow is set to undergo a £31 million transformation as per the revised masterplan recently revealed. Inverclyde councillors are now faced with the task of approving these fresh redevelopment proposals, which have been refined since their initial presentation in October 2018. The struggle to secure control over privately-owned […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Thetford’s Abbey Estate Embarks on £250M Regeneration: 1,030 Modern Homes to Enliven Community Oct 27, 2023 The Abbey Estate in Thetford is gearing up for a significant regeneration project, setting a new trajectory for this historic estate. The initiative is spearheaded by the Flagship Housing Group, which has unveiled a comprehensive plan to renovate 540 existing homes and build an additional 490 units, totaling 1,030 modern homes. This project is rooted […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
2,300 Homes and New Commercial Spaces to Transform Portsmouth City Centre Oct 27, 2023 The ambitious City Centre North development project has received unanimous backing in a recent planning committee meeting, paving the way for a major facelift in Portsmouth City Centre. The project, delineated between Hope Street, Charlotte Street, and Commercial Road to the east, is envisaged to metamorphose the northern quadrant of the city centre. This multi-faceted […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Wimbledon Expansion: Merton Council Approves Landmark Stadium and 39 New Courts Oct 27, 2023 The prestigious Wimbledon Championships is set to witness a remarkable expansion following a significant nod from Merton Council’s planning committee. The initiative, driven by the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC), encompasses the construction of a state-of-the-art 8,000-seater stadium with a retractable roof, alongside 39 new courts across the road from the existing club, at […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Networking is more than just exchanging business cards: Tips from Dan Bridge, Programme Director of the Royal Docks Team Oct 27, 2023 Networking is more than just exchanging business cards. It’s about building relationships, understanding others, and finding common ground. As Dan Bridge highlighted, approaching it with genuine interest and curiosity can make the process enjoyable and fruitful. Whether you’re a seasoned networker or just starting, remember that every interaction is an opportunity to learn and grow. […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
UKREiiF speaks to Industry Leaders #4: Sustainability Isn’t All About the Environment… Oct 27, 2023 Welcome to the UKREiiF opinion series! We’ve gained exclusive access to the opinions of leaders from across our industry. Stay tuned to find out thoughts on the important issues that affect the UK Built Environment. By Marcus Geddes, Managing Director for Workplace Business at Landsec In my role as the Managing Director for Workplace at […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
UKREiiF speaks to Industry Leaders #3: The Power of Regeneration – A Vision for the Future Oct 27, 2023 Welcome to the UKREiiF opinion series! We’ve gained exclusive access to the opinions of leaders from across our industry. Stay tuned to find out thoughts on the important issues that affect the UK Built Environment. By Haroon Akram, Director of Strategy, Investment and Business Development at Harworth Group. In the heart of Yorkshire, a transformation […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more