Council Plans £50m Property Sell-Off Apr 29, 2024 Guildford Borough Council has unveiled plans to offload £50 million worth of assets over the next three years. The council aims to sell £12.5 million of property assets by October 2025, followed by equal amounts by April of 2026, October of 2026, and April of 2027, respectively. Assets exempted from disposal include those under the […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Glasgow Housing Association Secures £25 Million for Property Enhancements Apr 29, 2024 Maryhill Housing Association has secured a substantial investment of nearly £25 million to enhance and maintain its current housing stock, with a focus on sustainability measures and advancements towards achieving net-zero objectives. The association manages a diverse portfolio comprising over 3,100 properties in Maryhill and Ruchill, encompassing various housing types such as tenements, retirement housing, […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Eat and Drink Indie… the way the Leeds locals do! Apr 29, 2024 By ConferenceLeeds Leeds is a city famed for its culinary exploits. It’s no surprise they call us the Foodie Capital of the North after all! And what gastronomic hub is complete without an independent food scene worth writing home about? From well-loved local restaurants to quirky bars and nationally renowned fine dining, Leeds really does […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
East Kilbride’s Centre West to Make Way for Housing Development Apr 26, 2024 South Lanarkshire Council has greenlit plans to transform part of the East Kilbride shopping centre into a residential neighbourhood. The decision follows years of decline, with a third of the units in Centre West Shopping Centre now standing vacant. Ownership of Centre West Shopping Centre will shift to the council, while the remaining portion, owned […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Droylsden Masterplan Set for Public Consultation to Shape Future Apr 26, 2024 A comprehensive masterplan for Droylsden is progressing, fuelled by £100,000 in Homes England and Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) Evergreen funding. Led by the consultant team at OPEN (Optimised Environments) and the Council, extensive fact-finding efforts have been underway since the beginning of the year to gather information and evidence crucial for shaping the vision […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Town to Undergo Massive Transformation with Demolition Plans Set Apr 26, 2024 A Merseyside town is on the brink of a dramatic makeover as plans to demolish a large, vacant office block have been confirmed, marking a significant milestone in a multi-million pound regeneration project. The former education building on Huyton Hey Road, which has stood empty since early 2023, will soon be razed to the ground, […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Chelmsford Faces Major Redevelopment as Dominus Plans Massive Project Apr 26, 2024 Plans unveiled by developers Dominus signal a significant transformation for Chelmsford, with a vast redevelopment scheme set to reshape a substantial portion of the city. The proposed project, spanning a five-year timeline, aims to breathe new life into the riverside area, with ambitious plans to introduce modern residential units and commercial spaces. If the proposals […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
British Business Investments Boosts Catfoss Finance with £15m Facility Apr 26, 2024 British Business Investments, a subsidiary of the British Business Bank, has granted Catfoss Finance a £15m finance facility. The transaction, structured as a block discounting agreement, is set to empower Catfoss in aiding smaller companies seeking accelerated growth through the acquisition of crucial assets. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Driffield, East Yorkshire, Catfoss has […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Far East Orchard Acquires 49% Stake in UK PBSA Operator for £17.6 Million Apr 25, 2024 Far East Orchard O10 1% has announced its acquisition of a 49% stake in Homes For Students (HFS), the UK’s largest independent purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) operator, for £17.6 million. Under the agreement, Far East Orchard will progressively acquire the remaining 51% interest in HFS in two stages by September 2025 and November 2030. The […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
1,100-Home Regeneration Project in Norfolk Apr 25, 2024 Flagship Group has submitted an outline planning application to regenerate a 1,100-home development in Norfolk. The project, centered around the Abbey in Thetford, aims to address housing needs while enhancing energy efficiency and community well-being. The plan involves constructing between 320 and 500 additional homes, retrofitting existing ones, and replacing others. These new homes will […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
