Northern Ireland Property Portal Leads Industry with £250k AI Investment
Propertynews, a Northern Ireland-based property portal, has launched an AI assistant called Liv to enhance the home buying experience. Liv can answer buyers’ questions about properties 24/7 by processing information from brochures and other sources.
Prime Liverpool Boutique Hotel Presents Golden Opportunity for Hotel Investors
A prime boutique hotel opportunity in Liverpool City Centre has been brought to market by CBRE. The Lock & Key Hotel is a Grade II listed Georgian Townhouse situated on Duke Street and has been launched for sale.
Bradford Chases Sunny Skies With Ambitious Solar Plans
Property consultancy Eddisons, which this year launched a new division to manage infrastructure and decarbonisation projects for both public and private sector clients, has been appointed by Bradford City Council to investigate the viability of developing solar farms at two…
Preserving Provenance: How Stoke-on-Trent Ceramics Brand Burleigh is Redefining Luxury
In the heart of Staffordshire lies a ceramics brand preserving centuries-old British craftsmanship while gaining global recognition. Burleigh, founded in 1851, produces fine earthenware in Middleport Pottery, the company’s home since 1889.
Leeds Leads the Way in Flexible Offices as Orega Signs Broad Gate Deal
Orega, the flexible workspace provider, has entered into a new 10-year management agreement to create high quality flexible workspace and tenant amenity offering at Broad Gate in Leeds. The new centre will open in Summer 2024.
Barings Signs DAC Beachcroft At Landmark in Manchester
International law firm DAC Beachcroft has signed a 10-year lease to occupy the 12th floor of Barings’ Landmark office development in Manchester.
Manchester University Showcases Climate Solutions For MP Visit
The University of Manchester has hosted Afzal Khan MP on a visit to the Firs Environmental Research Station which recently completed a £2 million redevelopment.
Affordable Luxury Rises in Altrincham as Downs Quarter Takes Shape
With build progressing well at The Downs Quarter in Altrincham, the McGoff Group’s latest residential development located on The Downs, a range of 31 one, two and three bedroom apartments will soon be available to move into.
New Concrete Batching Plant Marks Major Step in £18.5m Scheme
As part of its major investment project at its Burton on Trent tile plant Russell Roof Tiles is installing state-of-the-art equipment to support the firm’s Net Zero ambitions.
Landmark Manchester Northern Quarter pub and boutique hotel reopens after major refurbishment
Salford-based brewery and pub retailer Hydes has re-opened its award-winning pub and boutique hotel, The Abel Heywood, based in Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter, following a £200k refurbishment.
Everyturn Mental Health recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ in National Awards
The national mental health non-profit, Everyturn Mental Health, has been recognised as a Great Place To Work®, ranking as one of the top 100 large organisations in the 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces™ list from Great Place To Work®.
Lucky Household to Soak Up the Sun Thanks to Generous Edinburgh Firm
The Edinburgh Boiler Company (EBC) is giving away a £12,000 solar panel system in a bid to encourage more people to learn about the transition into renewables.
Dragon’s Den Investment Win Fuels British Glamping Pioneer’s Dome-Sweet-Dome Dream
An entrepreneur who won investment on the BBC TV show, Dragon’s Den, is realising his glamping dream with support from Nuneaton-based geodome manufacturer, TruDomes.
Final Phase of Louth Development Gets Green Light, Capping Popular Charterpoint Project
The developer Charterpoint has sold the 12-acre site off Daisy Way to housebuilder Snape Properties, allowing work to begin on the final 90 homes for the Westfield Park development in Louth.
Liverpool Bets Big on Life Sciences: Massive Investment Zone to Create Thousands of Jobs
Liverpool City Region outlined plans for an ambitious Investment Zone focused on expanding the Sci-Tech Daresbury campus and other projects to create thousands of jobs and establish the region as a global innovation superpower in health and life sciences.
Seaside Sustainability: Pioneer Green Hotel Invests Millions in Luxury Eco-Expansion
The Salthouse Hotel, a pioneer in sustainable hospitality, has announced a £3.5 million investment to expand its offerings with 32 new luxury sea view suites and an eco-farmhouse, further enhancing its coastal retreat experience and commitment to environmental consciousness.
Expert team appointed as £30bn plan to create UK’s first zero carbon cluster in the North West moves forward
Experts have been appointed to establish an organization to oversee clean energy projects aimed at making the North West and North Wales the UK’s first net zero carbon industrial cluster by 2040. A £30bn plan for the North West and…
Preserving Furniture and Tradition: Top UK Repair Firm Becomes Newest Livery Company Member
The UK’s largest furniture repair business, the Emmiera Group, has joined The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, as a corporate member.
A Tranquil Oasis Opens Its Doors in Leeds’ Merrion Centre
The Merrion Centre has unveiled “The Library,” a new, dedicated free space offering customers a serene environment inspired by the ambiance of a traditional library, located in the heart of the main mall.
Apprentices, Innovators and Legends: UKCW Role Models Campaign Crowns Construction’s Champions
UK Construction Week has announced a new three-category format for its Role Models campaign to recognize rising stars, pioneers, and icons in the construction industry. Winners will receive mentoring prizes and exposure to over 22,000 industry professionals.
Sustainability Hits High Note: Watford Colosseum Refurb Aims for Net Zero
Watford Colosseum, a historic live entertainment venue, is undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment by Morgan Sindall Construction to modernize and upgrade it while preserving its heritage.
Affordable Housing Returns to Blackford for First Time in Over 60 Years
Work is underway on the first new social rent affordable homes to be built within Blackford in over 60 years.
North Wales Firms Offered Funding to Chart Route to Net Zero
An innovative grant scheme is supporting Flintshire businesses on their journey to net zero.
Hardie® Architectural Panel chosen for Go Modular project
Beam Contracting, the high-end construction firm, has chosen to utilise the Hardie® Architectural Panel, a product from James Hardie, the world leader in the manufacture of high-performance fibre cement and fibre gypsum building solutions, as part of its construction of ten…
Sweating in Style: Portsmouth Man Brings Sociable, Affordable Saunas to Backyards and Beaches
One of the biggest trends we saw in 2023 was the obsession with cold plunges, but this new trend, while bringing similar benefits, is a stark contrast.
New “Lego-Like” Beams from Akela Click Together for Quick Foundations
One of Scotland’s leading engineering specialists, Akela Ground Engineering (part of Akela Group), has launched an innovative precast concrete beam system which could dramatically speed up the delivery of new homes.
Constructing a Pathway to Prosperity: Scheme Levels the Playing Field for Aspiring Builders
The continued success of an Early Years’ Talent Scheme is helping a rapidly growing principal contractor bridge a skills gap accelerated by the impact of Brexit.
Instaloft Group’s The New Garage Store Launches Nationwide
The Instaloft Group launched The Garage Store, a new DIY garage storage brand, to provide customisable garage organisation products directly to consumers.
A Place to Simply Be: Manchester’s Altogether Otherwise ‘Hobby House’ Fosters Community and Creativity
Altogether Otherwise is a new community space in Manchester’s NOMA neighborhood that will offer creative workshops, gatherings, and hobby activities in a transformed printing house.
Bradford Builds for the Future: College Embarks on £29M Construction Boom
Bradford College has secured nearly £29 million in funding over the past two years for several major construction and renovation projects, including new facilities for T Levels, refurbishment of the Garden Mills building, and a new Future Technologies Centre.
Coffee Shop Chic: How Café Culture is Influencing Home Design
According to new research, coffee house-inspired interiors with warm, inviting elements will be a popular home decor trend in 2024.
Northern Grit: Manchester’s Industrial Past Inspires New Furniture Collection
Manchester-based Where Saints Go has unveiled a new 10-strong seating collection inspired by the rich industrial heritage of its hometown.
New Eco-Friendly Apartments Bring Sustainability and Accessibility to Old Trafford
Southway Housing Trust and McGoff Construction are working to deliver 80 new affordable and sustainable apartments on the site of derelict buildings near Old Trafford Cricket Ground.
British Upholstery Titan Whitemeadow Rejoins Ranks of Venerable Furniture Guild
Long-established British upholstery manufacturer Whitemeadow Furniture has rejoined The Furniture Makers’ Company as a corporate member, looking to play an active role in the furniture industry’s future after letting its membership lapse during the Covid pandemic.
New Affordable Housing Opens Doors in Historic Oxfordshire Hamlet
Blenheim Estate Homes is now accepting applications for three new shared ownership homes in Woodstock, offering an affordable pathway to homeownership for local residents. The two-bedroom homes start at £495,000.
Leeds’ 92 Degrees Opens Third Café in Boar Lane
The aroma of freshly brewed coffee will soon waft through downtown Leeds when 92 Degrees opens its newest location on Boar Lane in February.
New Aquitaine House Redevelopment Approved for Cube Cold’s UK Headquarters Expansion
Planning permission has been granted for the major extension and redevelopment of New Aquitaine House in Theale, paving the way for Pulleyn Properties (part of Cube Cold) to establish a new headquarters at the site.
Brown’s Hotel Unveils Musical and Historical Inspired Suites in Mayfair London
Brown’s Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel in the heart of London Mayfair, announces the launch of its three new Forte Suites.