UKREiiF News

Salix Homes unveils plans for highly sustainable social housing development for older people in Salford

Plans have been unveiled for a new, highly sustainable social housing development exclusively for older people in Salford. Housing association Salix Homes, in partnership with NHS Greater Manchester, are seeking planning permission to build a 69-home ‘independent living scheme’ for the over 55s on disused land on Arrow Street in Higher Broughton. The proposed development, […]

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Switchee announces £5 million investment from Octopus Ventures and AXA IM Alts, as it targets installing its mould and energy bill-reducing device in 1 million UK social

Switchee, a social housing technology provider, today announces a £5 million investment, between new investor Octopus Ventures, and existing investor AXA IM Alts.   This announcement follows Switchee securing in May 2023 a £6.5 million investment financing led by AXA IM Alts.  Switchee provides tens of thousands of high-tech devices to over 130 social housing providers, […]

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NUMA Group Acquires UK-Based Aparthotel Brand Native Places

European hospitality group NUMA has acquired the UK-based lifestyle aparthotel and serviced apartment brand Native Places, expanding its portfolio by 800 new units. The acquisition from Native Holdings, for an undisclosed amount, includes Native Aparthotels with properties in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, as well as The Apartment Collection’s ten serviced apartments in London. Berlin-based […]

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Plan to accelerate ambitious city centre regeneration goals

A plan to accelerate Wakefield’s ambitions to regenerate parts of the city centre and attract investment is to be discussed by Cabinet members.   Senior councillors meeting on 16 July will be asked to support the Council’s intention to seek a Strategic Regeneration Partner to work with the Council and partner organisations to deliver the vision.    Cllr Michael […]

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Vabel Secures £48.3m OakNorth Loan for Queensway Development

Vabel has secured a £48.3m loan from OakNorth to develop a mixed-use scheme in Queensway, west London. The project will feature 27 residential apartments, landscaped communal gardens, and 251 sqm of retail space at ground level, with completion scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2025. All Vabel developments incorporate energy-saving features, including LED lighting, solar […]

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Public Consultation Opens for St Helens Glass Works Regeneration

Residents of St Helens are invited to share their views on the proposed redevelopment of the former Watson Street glass works site. This 30-acre site is being considered for a mixed-use development as part of the Liverpool City Region Life Science Investment Zone, with plans for 600 to 700 homes and commercial, R&D, and industrial […]

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Fiera Funds £77m for Student Accommodation Projects in South East London

Fiera Real Estate Debt Strategies has completed a £77 million senior investment loan to refinance two newly developed student accommodation projects in South East London. The loan supports YourTRIBE Student Housing’s 250-bed scheme in South Bermondsey and a 267-bed scheme in Peckham, both equipped with amenities such as a gym, roof terrace, and study areas. […]

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