Category: Breaking News

The UK property market is witnessing a notable shift as doctors’ surgeries emerge as highly sought-after assets among investors. Traditionally overlooked in favour of residential or commercial developments, these medical premises are now commanding fierce bidding competition, offering a reliable and resilient investment opportunity amid wider market uncertainties. This surge in interest is driven largely…

REACH UK, the scale-up programme powered by Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of Realtors, has announced the eight high-growth startups selected for its 2025 scale-up programme. Developed in collaboration with Propertymark and TDS Group, the initiative supports the growth of early-stage companies driving innovation across the UK property sector….

In a major boost for Bolton’s future, eight local schools and Royal Bolton Hospital are set to receive a share of a £125 million government funding package finally tackling years of neglect and urgent repair needs. Over £54 million is being funnelled into schools across the country, with more than £4.7 million earmarked for Bolton’s…

In the fading light of a downtown retail space, bargain signs flutter above nearly empty shelves. With little fanfare, one of the world’s oldest and most storied corporations is closing its final chapters. The Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) – once a commercial colossus that held dominion over one-third of modern-day Canada, is shutting down its…

Blackburn is rapidly cementing its position as one of the UK’s fastest-growing housing markets, with new data from Zoopla placing the Lancashire town second in the national rankings for house price growth. As of spring 2025, property values in Blackburn have risen by 5.8% year-on-year, reflecting growing demand, strategic regeneration, and increasing investor confidence in…

South Yorkshire has been identified as the area with the highest burglary rate in the UK, according to new research published by Go.Compare Home Insurance. The analysis found that one in every 73 households in the region, which includes major urban centres such as Sheffield and Rotherham, has experienced a burglary marking it as the…

Global commercial real estate firm Avison Young has posted a pre-tax loss of £101.8 million for its UK and European operations in 2024, matching the same loss recorded in 2023. The Birmingham-headquartered business continues to grapple with severe market challenges, including a drop in leasing activity, changing workplace trends, and investor caution, all of which…

Thames Water, the UK’s largest water provider, has been hit with a record £122.7 million fine by Ofwat, the country’s water regulator. This penalty is the largest ever imposed on a water company and follows a comprehensive investigation into the company’s failures in sewage operations. While Thames Water has faced several fines in recent months,…

On May 31, 2025, Dubai is set to make history! AYS Developers, alongside Dr. Nour El-Serougy and the Innovation Experts Real Estate Institute, will host the World’s Largest Real Estate Training Session at the Grand Hyatt Convention Centre, an ambitious attempt to break the Guinness World Record. This free, landmark event aligns with the UAE’s…

Redefining upscale living, this exclusive partnership brings global elegance and visionary design to the heart of Dubai’s booming real estate scene. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – In a bold step that signals a new era in Dubai’s luxury real estate market, AX CAPITAL has announced an exclusive collaboration with renowned developer Peace Homes. At the…