Starlight Investments acquires £500m of under-development BtR assets Nov 21, 2024 Starlight Investments (“Starlight”), a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm, has acquired three build-to-rent (“BTR”) communities under development in Manchester and Basildon, for over £500 million. In Manchester, Starlight will be acquiring two high-rise towers from Renaker, a leading UK developer with a long-standing and successful track record. Manchester has experienced among the […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
Statement from Mayor of Greater Manchester on the Department for Transport announcement of £18m extra funding for Greater Manchester Jun 12, 2023 Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has today (Friday 9 June) issued the following statement on the Department for Transport announcement of £18m extra funding for Greater Manchester transport: Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham said:“Any extra support for our public transport system as it recovers from the pandemic is of course welcome and we […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Stockport Council Unveils Plan to Build 15,000 New Homes and Protect Green Belt Jul 18, 2024 Stockport Council has revealed an ambitious plan to construct 15,761 new homes by 2041, while also preserving the borough’s green belt. The draft local plan aims to meet 85% of Stockport’s housing needs, with 8,000 homes slated for development in the town centre, predominantly on previously developed brownfield land. Feedback from residents, businesses, and stakeholders […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Stockport County FC launch public consultation on proposals to expand and improve Edgeley Park to 20 000 seats Sep 21, 2022 The long-term aspirations of Stockport County Football Club take a significant step forward today with the launch of a public consultation inviting views on proposals to expand and improve the stadium at Edgeley Park. The consultation, which is the first of two phases, will include consultation events for local residents and Club supporters to come […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Stockport Unveils Major 4,000-Home Regeneration Plan Jul 23, 2024 Stockport Council is seeking consultants to design a strategic regeneration framework for 280 acres east of the town centre, marking the next phase of a £1bn transformation programme. The council aims to appoint a team for the 4,000-home Town Centre East Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) by early September. This initiative builds on the success of […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Stockport’s Visionary Land Exchange: Paving the Way for a £250m Urban Revival Sep 5, 2023 In a strategic move to bolster urban regeneration, Stockport Council is setting its sights on a pivotal land exchange in the heart of the town. The council’s objective is clear: to acquire a prime site off Travis Brow, a step that promises to be a linchpin in advancing a £250m urban rejuvenation initiative. This isn’t […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Supermarket Income REIT acquires four assets for £76.4m Aug 23, 2022 Supermarket Income REIT plc (LSE:SUPR), the real estate investment trust providing secure, inflation-protected, long income from grocery property in the UK announces the acquisition of four supermarkets for a total purchase price of £76.4 million (excluding acquisition costs), reflecting a combined net initial yield of 5.1%. Acquired from different vendors, the purchases consist of two […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Tackling the housing crisis: 500 new social homes coming to Oldham announced at Oldham Housing Roundtable event Feb 2, 2024 Oldham Council has pledged to get 500 new social homes built in the borough over the next five years. The announcement was made at the council’s inaugural Housing Roundtable, which took place at Oldham Civic Centre on Thursday 1 February and was led by Leader of the Council, Cllr Arooj Shah. Senior representatives from all […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Tameside Council Hunts for Procurement Partner for £11m Revamp May 1, 2024 Tameside Council is actively seeking a procurement partner to drive forward its ambitious £11 million infrastructure project aimed at rejuvenating Stalybridge West. With funding sourced in part from the government’s £20 million Levelling Up Fund grant, specifically earmarked for town centre enhancements, the clock is ticking, requiring expenditure of funds by March 2026. Crafted meticulously, […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Tameside prepares 400-home Stalybridge plan near Manchester Sep 16, 2022 The council identifies a “regeneration catalyst” in the town following a feasibility study. Tameside Council looked into the possibilities of delivering homes across the area and is now preparing to bring the Stalybridge West opportunity to market. The 400-home scheme, which will include commercial space, is to be discussed at Tameside’s place scrutiny committee next week, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Task force meets to remove barriers to building 30,000 net zero homes for social rent in Manchester Nov 24, 2022 Greater Manchester plans 30,000 net zero social rented homes in Greater Manchester by 2038. The Greater Manchester Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes (TANZ) Task Force brings together industry leaders, experts and stakeholders from across local authorities, housing providers, University of Salford, Greater Manchester LEP, developers, Northern Housing Consortium and Homes England amongst others. Mayor of […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
The Padel Club’s plans for a brand-new club in TraffordCity Aug 17, 2023 The Padel Club, launched in Wilmslow, have secured an impressive site at TraffordCity, the North’s leading destination for sports and leisure. The Padel Club has seen significant demand for Padel in the UK market, reflected in the high occupancy rates at the Club, as the player participation in the sport has significantly increased during the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
