The commercial property market in the UK has seen its biggest increase since the economic recovery began in May 2013. Data from the Investment Property Databank (IPD) revealed that commercial property values in the UK rose by 1.6% in June, which ... Read more
The government has unveiled its £6 billion plan to boost local economies as part of an overall £12 billion project to improve business and growth in all areas of the UK. The initial £6 billion has been split across all areas of the UK and aims to ... Read more
It’s been a disappointing summer so far for British sport, with England crashing out of the World Cup at the first hurdle and reigning champion Andy Murray suffering a disappointing defeat in the Wimbledon quarter finals. However, with plenty of ... Read more
Regeneration was the word of the day at the Place West London Conference on the 25thJune. London is currently abuzz with redevelopment projects, aiming to breathe life into some of the poorest areas of the capital. The most ambitious being the ... Read more
The beautiful grounds of The Hurlingham Club in Fulham played host to the Place West London conference this June, with speakers outlining a number of exciting projects that are underway across West London. The conference commenced at 2pm, with the ... Read more
The 2014 World Cup started yesterday in Brazil with a fanfare of music, colours and carnival. The home nation then emerged to play the opening game, from which they delivered a crowd pleasing comeback to beat the plucky Croatians. It was a ... Read more
To buy or not to buy, that is the question. It can be a tough decision for businesses to decide whether it’s worth committing to buying a property, opposed to the possibly safer route of leasing. We’ve looked at some of the advantages and ... Read more
Kensington Roof Gardens once again played host to the IAS Barbecue this June. After last years’ Australian themed event, complete with inflatable crocodiles, surf boards and cork hats, this year the gardens were lit up by a colourful carnival ... Read more
Removing the obstacle of planning permission from commercial to residential conversion should be a positive thing. Less red tape, quicker conversions and fewer empty high street premises. The government wins too; increased redevelopment of old ... Read more
It is now possible to convert retail properties to residential use without planning permission, thanks to the new permitted development right (PDR) introduced in the UK last month. If you own a Class A1 or A2 retail property and want to convert it ... Read more
