All Professional analysis articles – Page 5
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ProfessionalConcerns abound regarding First Homes scheme’s viability
Questions surround lack of a targeted focus and how scheme may affect other affordable housing products.
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Landlords bemoan extension of commercial evictions ban
Concerns mount over further extension to March 2022 and introduction of binding arbitration scheme
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Experts question ‘flaccid and pointless’ NPPF amendments
New planning policy changes criticised for focusing on beautiful buildings and mandatory design codes.
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How Pathways to Property is increasing industry diversity
Senior figures and Pathways alumni reveal the positive impact the initiative has had over the past nine years.
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Biodiversity proposals aim to spur positive developments
Planned requirement for developments to boost biodiversity will have short-term costs but long-term benefits.
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Concerns raised over rates revaluations consultation
Experts agree business rates revaluations should be more frequent, but question government’s approach.
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Will the Building Safety Bill clarify who must pay for cladding costs?
Government proposes a safety regulator and developer levy, but experts criticise the use of vague language.
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No storm clouds expected despite end of SDLT holiday
Experts predict that high demand due to lower stamp duty will not translate into a crash as rates normalise.
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Employees’ wellbeing must drive return to work strategies
Beyond making offices Covid-secure, companies must consider wider mental and physical wellbeing of staff.
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Digital pilot brings interactivity to an archaic planning system
Government initiative hailed as a step in the right direction, but concerns remain over cost of implementation.
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What can the industry do to support LGBTQ+ employees?
Industry specialists discuss how individuals, the property sector and the government can be allies
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Are fears of a post-30 June evictions rush misplaced?
Despite concerns over forfeiture proceedings, experts believe more landlords will negotiate with tenants.
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Landlords and tenants urged to focus on transparent dialogue
Following recent rulings in favour of tenants, experts advise landlords to be more flexible in their negotiations.
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The devil will be in the detail of the government planning bill
Industry experts agree there are major hurdles that must be overcome to implement the proposals.
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Money laundering is a growing risk for the property industry
Experts say government intervention is needed to help protect the sector from illicit criminal activity
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Government’s PDR plans face fierce opposition from the industry
Experts and professional bodies warn that change-of-use regulations will have unintended consequences.
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Industry leading the charge in pursuit of net zero objectives
Amid a lack of legislation, stakeholders across the industry are switching gears to meet UK’s 2050 goal.
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Government delay for gender pay data reports is a step back
Women in industry express frustration as deadline for publishing figures put back, supposedly due to Covid-19
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Landlords rail against proposed ‘cramdown’ restructuring plan
Landlords believe a flood of companies could try to achieve the same result should cramdown be sanctioned.
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Energy rating proposal is a step in the right direction
Experts welcome government proposal, but say there are practical challenges that need to be addressed
