Breaking News: 35,700 New Homes for Gloucestershire! Feb 23, 2024 Gloucestershire plans to construct 35,700 new homes across Cheltenham, Gloucester, and Tewkesbury over the next two decades. This sweeping initiative, part of the strategic local plan for the three districts, is now open for public consultation, signaling a pivotal moment for residential growth in the region. The proposed development strategy outlines a mix of urban […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Isle of Wight Council Seeks Public Input on New Health Facilities Funding Strategy Feb 23, 2024 The Isle of Wight Council is calling for public feedback on a new strategy aimed at securing developer contributions for health facility enhancements. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB), focuses on gathering financial support from new developments for the improvement of health infrastructure on the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
£36.5 Million Deal Seals New Ownership for Bristol’s Tech Hub Office Block Feb 16, 2024 A prominent office building in the heart of the Bristol has changed hands for £36.5 million. The acquisition of the Programme building, situated on All Saints’ Street, was completed by BNF Capital in collaboration with Morgan Capital. This move signifies BNF Capital’s inaugural venture into Bristol’s dynamic real estate scene. Spanning 174,387 square feet across […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
TRIG Expands Green Portfolio with Acquisition of Battery Storage Firm Fig Power Feb 15, 2024 The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG), known for its investments in green energy, has announced the acquisition of Bristol-based battery storage developer Fig Power. This move adds a significant 1.7GW development pipeline to TRIG’s portfolio, which includes 400MW of projects with grid connection offers and an additional 1.3GW on exclusive sites. The acquisition, involving 100% equity […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Revealed: The 20 English Towns and Cities to get 11,500 New Homes Feb 14, 2024 The government has announced the 20 towns and cities poised to benefit from the construction of 11,500 new homes. This initiative aims to provide a substantial boost to housing availability, targeting previously developed brownfield sites to accommodate this significant increase. The strategy not only seeks to make home ownership more attainable for younger buyers but […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Investec provides £13.7 million load for first net zero carbon out-of-town office in Bristol Feb 12, 2024 Investec Real Estate (“Investec”) announces that it has provided Commercial Estates Group (“CEG”) with a £13.7 million investment loan, secured against its recently completed 1000 Aztec West office building in Bristol. The facility refinances an existing development loan and is the first transaction between the two parties. Completed in December 2023, the 73,000 sq ft […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Dorset Council prepares to sell old District Council office site and buildings in Wimborne Jan 31, 2024 Dorset Council has instructed its agents to begin marketing the vacant buildings and site of the old East Dorset District Council (EDDC) offices in Furzehill, Wimborne. Following Local Government Reorganisation in 2019, the unitary authorities of Dorset Council and BCP Council were created to replace the county’s former district and borough councils. As Furzehill was […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Henry Boot agrees sale of 759 plots in Swindon to Vistry Jan 18, 2024 Henry Boot PLC announces that its land promotion and planning business, Hallam Land Management (‘HLM’), has unconditionally exchanged contracts for the sale of 759 residential plots in Swindon to Vistry Group PLC (‘Vistry’), the national housebuilder. Located in South Marston, Swindon, HLM secured an option to purchase the site over 20 years ago, and since […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Hub and Bridges’ £18.5 Million Bath Site Acquisition Fuels Urban Regeneration Jan 9, 2024 Hub, in a collaborative effort with Bridges Fund Management, has marked a new chapter in Bath’s urban development by acquiring a strategically located 4.5-acre brownfield site. This £18.5 million acquisition near Bath city centre is poised to invigorate the Bath Western Riverside enterprise area, addressing the acute need for quality rental housing in the city. […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Invest in the South West: The UK’s Untapped Economy, A Conversation with David Ralph Dec 20, 2023 In the latest instalment of our ‘Hidden Gems’ series, where we spotlight regions brimming with untapped investment potential, we turn our focus to the Heart of the South West. We’re excited to have David Ralph, Chief Executive Officer at Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership, share insights into what makes this region a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
