M Core expands its Welsh portfolio following the acquisition of Beacons Place in Merthyr Tydfil Sep 26, 2023 National commercial property and investment company Sheet Anchor, part of M Core, has acquired a busy town centre parade in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, as its programme of investment continues at pace. It has acquired Beacons Place for an undisclosed sum and represents the latest acquisition in M Core’s investment drive of more than £150 […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Caerphilly County Set to Tackle Housing Crisis with 1,000 New Affordable Homes Sep 25, 2023 In a bid to address the growing housing crisis, Caerphilly county’s cabinet members have given the green light to a significant house-building initiative. This ambitious project aims to introduce 1,000 new affordable homes to the county borough over the next decade. Shayne Cook, the cabinet member for housing, emphasized the urgency of the situation, pointing […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Welsh steel’s future secured as UK Government and Tata Steel announce Port Talbot green transition proposal Sep 15, 2023 he UK Government and Tata Steel have today (15 September) agreed on a proposed joint investment package which will secure a sustainable future for steelmaking in Port Talbot, modernise production of greener steel and protect skilled jobs, subject to consultation and regulatory approvals. Tata Steel is expected to invest £1.25 billion, including a UK Government […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Newport Unveils Plan for 3,650 New Homes in Response to Rising Demand Sep 12, 2023 Newport, a burgeoning city in South Wales, is on the brink of a significant housing transformation. The city’s eastern precincts are poised to welcome three major housing projects, potentially adding around 3,650 homes to Newport’s urban tapestry. The city council’s revised housing targets necessitate the identification and allocation of land for nearly 5,000 homes within […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Cardiff’s Iconic Howells Building Undergoes £100m Transformation Aug 25, 2023 Developer Thackeray has unveiled a series of images showcasing the anticipated look of the £100m redevelopment of Cardiff’s renowned Howells building. The retail component of this revamped structure will be christened Hayes @ Howells, boasting 15,000 sq ft of space tailored for upscale tenants. Notably, House of Fraser was the sole occupant of this building […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Affordable Homes Unlocked in Wales Through £105m NatWest Refinancing Deal Aug 3, 2023 Tai Calon Community Housing has secured a long-term debt refinancing deal with NatWest that will enable them to bring forward a number of new homes in Blaenau Gwent, Wales. The deal will give the housing firm access to a level of funding flexibility typically associated with developing housing association – until not they’ve only ventured […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Anticipated Demolition: Bridgend Council to approve town centre campus Jul 25, 2023 The Bridgend Council’s Cabinet is preparing to approve the transfer of the old Bridgend police station and Cheapside multi-story car park to Bridgend College. This move comes in anticipation of the construction of a new town centre campus. The police station has already been demolished, but the demolition of the Cheapside multi-story car park is […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
New appointments to guide the next phase of delivery led by Wales’ publicly owned renewable energy developer Jul 20, 2023 The Welsh Government has appointed industry experts to its Renewable Energy Developer (RED) Programme, responsible for delivering environmental assessments for several significant renewable energy projects across Wales. The RED Programme will develop wind projects on publicly owned land, supporting the Welsh Government’s commitment to renewable generation delivering tangible benefits to Wales, leading the way in […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Council seeks partner to help transform Tyisha Jul 19, 2023 Carmarthenshire County Council is set to take the next exciting step in their ambitious plans to transform the Tyisha area of Llanelli with the search for a partner to re-develop several sites in the area. A formal Prior Information Notice (PIN) is now live, hosted by Sell2Wales. This provides information on the Council’s vision for […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Reserved matters application submitted for Risca later living scheme Jun 15, 2023 A ‘reserved matters’ application has been submitted by Caerphilly County Borough Council for an innovative new later living scheme on the site of the former Ty Darran care home, Risca. Outline planning has already been granted for the development and work begun to prepare the site. When completed, the new development will be used to […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
