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    The major role of mayors

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    As is well known, a key tactic of politicians is to get ahead of expected losses.

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    Look to other markets for inspiration

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    As we start building a new generation of multi-storey, last-mile logistics schemes, we can learn as much from urban developments – whether offices, hotels, residential or hospitals – as from greenfield sheds. 

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    Infrared in I&L settings

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    The conundrum of how to slash emissions while cutting energy bills is a burning issue across the UK’s industrial property market. Businesses have been drowning in sky-high energy bills, but new heating options are being rapidly taken up by a sector hungry for innovation and cost savings

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    Hines’ recipe for success

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    UK managing director Greg Cooper tells Property Week why the international property giant is eager to increase its presence in the British industrial and logistics market.

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    Green transition must be equitable

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Upskilling workers with the most to lose from climate change will be key to decarbonising UK property.

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    Q&A: Five minutes with Cheryl Perry

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    The senior development director at Infinium Logistics on being ‘firm but fair’ and loving Star Trek.

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    Q&A: Tritax CEO Colin Godfrey on thinking outside the box

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Tritax Big Box chief executive outlines the firm’s key strategies amid 2024’s economic uncertainties. 

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    Rooflights can help boost sustainability

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Brett Martin’s Stuart Middle tells Property Week how rooflights can help developers meet both occupier and sustainability demands in industrial and logistics buildings.

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    Let’s champion the benefits of logistics

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Logistics is the lifeblood of UK business, playing a critical role in our supply chain infrastructure. An efficient, sustainable and reliable logistics network is also an essential component of a thriving local economy.

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    ‘A feeling of belonging is key’

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Hannah Awonuga joined Knight Frank six months ago as group head of EDI after a 17-year career at Barclays. Here, she talks to Property Week about how the industry can change.

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    Supporting a healthy balance

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May) shines a spotlight on supporting and improving mental wellbeing. So, what steps can real estate firms take to help employees in this area?

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    Alternative lenders can aid SMEs

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Smaller prime property developers can secure suitable funding for their projects from alternative lenders.

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    I&L adds park life

    2024-05-09T00:00:00Z

    Industrial and logistics sites traditionally lack attractive outside spaces for people to relax, but the latest developments are starting to blur the boundaries.

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    Peter Bill on when real estate lenders will face reality

    2024-05-08T09:58:00Z

    There are parallels between a new Netflix series and the UK property lending market.

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    Timber MMC needs more support

    2024-05-08T00:00:00Z

    To realise the sector’s potential, government must help to combat planning barriers and fund training.

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    London faces I&L land challenge

    2024-05-08T00:00:00Z

    GLA consultation on industrial and logistics land and uses is welcome but risks further reducing supply.

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    Critical infrastructure the UK needs to deliver successful and sustainable housing

    2024-05-03T15:21:00Z

    Property Week spoke to Paul Weston the head of Prologis UK on how to deliver housing that drives sustainability as well as economic prosperity.

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    RESI Awards – Meet our winners

    2024-05-02T10:20:00Z

    Winners of the Property Week RESI Awards 2024 have been revealed at a glittering ceremony held at London’s prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel.

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    Breathing new life into old stores

    2024-05-02T00:00:00Z

    W.RE’s mixed-use renovation of the grade ll-listed former Arding & Hobbs building in Clapham, south London, left vacant by Debenhams’ collapse, shows how Britain’s grand old department stores can be given a new lease of life and restored to their former architectural glory.

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    Striking the right balance

    2024-05-02T00:00:00Z

    As I write, voting in local elections has not yet begun, but I hope turnout will be somewhat higher than the typically abysmal rate seen outside general elections.