Category: Projects

At the recent Scotland Investor and Developer Breakfast, Sheelagh Cooley delivered a compelling keynote addressing the pressing need for clarity and collaboration within Scotland’s real estate sector. Joined by Barry McKeown, head of real estate Scotland at Shoosmiths, Cooley shared insights from a legal perspective, emphasizing that while capital is available, unlocking investment requires addressing…

Leeds-based law firm Blacks Solicitors has reported a substantial rise in instructions related to Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), reflecting a growing trend among property investors and commercial landlords capitalising on clean energy opportunities. Over the past 12 months, the firm has seen a three-fold increase in PPA enquiries, largely driven by clients seeking to integrate…

The UK government is initiating its first major reservoir construction in over 30 years to address growing water scarcity and support the delivery of 1.5 million new homes under its Plan for Change. Environment Secretary Steve Reed has fast-tracked two key reservoir projects in East Anglia and Lincolnshire by designating them as nationally significant infrastructure,…

Ebbsfleet Garden City is set to become the UK’s most ambitious urban regeneration project in a century, transforming 2,500 acres of unused brownfield land in Kent into a thriving, sustainable community by 2035. Backed by a £3.9 billion investment, the city will offer 15,000 new homes, extensive green and blue spaces covering 40% of the…

The Farmers Club Charitable Trust (FCCT) is now accepting applications for its Snapshot Study grants, offering up to £2,000 to support short-term, innovative research projects in UK agriculture. Since launching in 2022, the programme has awarded over £60,000 to projects covering diverse topics such as regenerative farming, mental health in farming communities, food education, and…

The UK government has announced the construction of two major new reservoirs, the first in over three decades as part of a national plan to address growing water shortages and accelerate housing development. Located in Lincolnshire and East Anglia, these reservoirs will supply clean water to more than 750,000 homes, easing constraints in some of…

The Mayor of London’s Towards a New London Plan proposes a transformative shift in land use policy, signalling a more pragmatic and targeted approach to the capital’s green belt and Metropolitan Open Land (MOL). With London facing a severe housing and infrastructure shortfall, the Plan introduces the concept of a “grey belt” green belt land…

At a pivotal moment for the Scottish property sector, the Scotland Investor and Developer Breakfast held during UKREiiF 2024 in Leeds brought together 40 senior stakeholders from the public and private sectors for a candid discussion on unlocking investment and accelerating delivery in real estate. Keynote speaker Sheelagh Cooley, real estate partner and head of…

Market with the acquisition of a major industrial site in the East Midlands, signalling its strategic expansion into one of the UK’s most important logistics regions. The 176,000-square-metre plot, named VGP Park East Midlands, offers development potential for approximately 78,000 square metres of logistics space across four buildings. The site benefits from excellent connectivity, located…

London’s property market continues to captivate global investors and discerning buyers with its blend of iconic heritage, cultural vibrancy, and innovative luxury living. Four standout developments exemplify this dynamic, each offering unique opportunities within some of the city’s most coveted locations. Opus at Bankside Yards is set to become the tallest residential tower in Prime…