Church Commissioners for England Submit Outline Planning Application for Major New Housing Scheme in Northallerton Aug 19, 2025 The Church Commissioners for England have submitted an outline planning application for the second phase of a landmark residential development in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, which could deliver up to 484 new homes, a primary school, and a neighbourhood centre. The proposed development spans a 25.8-hectare site between Stokesley Road and Bullamoor Road, approximately a 30-minute […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Soho House Acquired for £2 Billion by US Consortium Led by MCR Hotels and Apollo Aug 19, 2025 Soho House, the global chain of private members’ clubs, has been acquired for £2 billion ($2.7 billion) by a US-based consortium led by MCR Hotels, one of America’s largest hotel groups, and private equity firm Apollo. Hollywood actor and investor Ashton Kutcher is a prominent member of the group and will join the Soho House […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Vinci Secures Planning Approval for £250m Stockport 8 Regeneration Scheme Aug 18, 2025 Vinci Construction has been granted official planning permission to deliver the landmark Stockport 8 regeneration project, a £250 million development that marks the most significant residential proposal in the borough’s history. The approval was confirmed by Stockport Council’s planning committee today. Led by ECF – a partnership between Muse, Legal & General, and Homes England […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
L&G and Federated Hermes announce fund merger Aug 18, 2025 L&G and Federated Hermes today announce that the Federated Hermes Property Unit Trust (“FHPUT”) has merged into the L&G Managed Property Fund (“MPF”), in a landmark transaction that reflects the focus of both firms to act in the best interests of investors. A substantial portion of FHPUT unitholders’ holdings will be transferred to the MPF, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Westpoint Homes Secures £3.2m Refinance Loan Aug 18, 2025 Westpoint Homes has sealed a £3.2m loan from Secure Trust Bank (STB) Real Estate Finance to refinance 12 apartments and four townhouses across two residential developments in Scotland. The residential investment loan will be used to fund the Glasgow-based housebuilder’s premium Circle Green and The Point complexes for the next five years. The Point comprises 24 two-bed […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Landsec announces sale of QAM office for £245m Aug 18, 2025 Landsec has exchanged contracts for the unconditional sale of its Queen Anne’s Mansions, SW1 (“QAM”) office block to Arora Group for a total cash consideration of £245m, crystallising substantial value via a deal which is immediately accretive to Landsec’s return on equity. The disposal marks significant early progress on Landsec’s objective to release £2bn of capital from offices […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
LifeSight Announces £450 Million Strategic Investment in Schroders Greencoat’s Global Renewables+ LTAF Aug 14, 2025 LifeSight, WTW’s defined contribution (DC) master trust, has today announced a landmark investment of £450 million in the Schroders Greencoat Global Renewables+ Long-Term Asset Fund (LTAF), with the potential for further commitments in the future. The investment will be incorporated into LifeSight’s core default funds, ensuring that the vast majority of its members directly benefit […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Vistry Group Acquires Former Rugeley Power Station Site for Major Regeneration Project Aug 14, 2025 Vistry Group today announced the acquisition of the former Rugeley Power Station site in Staffordshire from Engie, marking a significant milestone in one of the largest brownfield regeneration projects in the region. The 139-hectare (343-acre) site will be transformed into a vibrant new community, with plans to deliver up to 2,300 homes across a mix […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
UK Investor Joins £200m Landsec Southwark Development Aug 14, 2025 Landsec has secured UK investment backing for its £200 million Southwark development, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing asset repositioning strategy. The high-profile scheme, located in the heart of Southwark, is a key component of Landsec’s London development pipeline. While the identity of the investor and the full terms of the agreement remain […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Unite to Acquire Empiric in £723 Million Deal Aug 14, 2025 Unite Group PLC, the UK’s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation, today announced it has agreed to acquire Empiric Student Property PLC in a cash-and-share transaction valued at up to £723 million, including pre-completion dividends. The deal is expected to complete in Q2 2026, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. Under the terms of the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
