
UKREiiF Introduces Dedicated Day to Revitalise High Streets and Urban Centres
UKREiiF, the premier forum for real estate, investment, and infrastructure in the UK, has announced the launch of High Streets & Urban Centres Day.

Willerby Donates Over 1,300 Smoke Alarms to Humberside Fire and Rescue Service
Willerby, a leading manufacturer of holiday homes based in Hull, has donated more than 1,300 smoke alarms to Humberside Fire and Rescue Service as part of an effort to enhance fire safety in local communities.

Herringbone House Unveils New Online Store Featuring British-Made Interior Products
Herringbone House, a family-owned cabinet and furniture maker, has launched a new online platform, Herringbone Shop, offering a range of British-made interior products to customers across the UK.

Integra Buildings Projects Record Growth Ahead of 30th Anniversary and Major Expansion
Integra Buildings, a modular construction firm based in Yorkshire, is poised to achieve record financial results in 2026 as it prepares for a significant expansion and its 30th anniversary in 2027. The company anticipates surpassing £55 million in turnover and…

Victory Colours Selects Pepper Tree Green as 2027 Colour of the Year
Victory Colours, a British paint manufacturer, has announced Pepper Tree Green as its Colour of the Year for 2027.

Adaston strengthens higher education portfolio with successful delivery of university fire-safety projects
Passive fire protection specialist Adaston has strengthened its growing presence in the higher education sector after successfully completing major fire-safety projects at a London university and a Yorkshire university over the summer.

Community Invited to Preview Restoration of Windermere’s Historic Hotel
Residents and visitors from Windermere and beyond are invited to attend a special open weekend next month to learn about the extensive restoration of The Windermere Hotel, a prominent local landmark.

Manchester City Council Updates Regeneration Plans to Harness Northern Powerhouse Rail Benefits at Piccadilly
Manchester City Council is advancing its regeneration strategy for the Piccadilly area to capitalise on the forthcoming Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) project, which is expected to transform the district into a globally significant transport and economic hub.

Liverpool ONE Launches Secure Cycle Hub Ahead of 2027 Tour de France Grand Départ
Liverpool ONE has unveiled a new Cycle Hub on Thomas Steers Way, adjacent to the Sugar House Steps, providing secure storage for up to 50 bicycles.

Seletti Introduces Five New Porcelain Vases to Its Canopie Collection
Italian design house Seletti has broadened its Canopie range with the addition of five new porcelain vases, each crafted as distinctive “container-girls” named Amina, Zita, Luna, Pietra, and Kiki.

Texture Takes Centre Stage in Home Interiors as Colour Fades into the Background
Homeowners are shifting their focus from bold colours to textured materials to add warmth and personality to their living spaces, according to independent flooring retailer Stories Flooring.

Over 1,500 Lincolnshire Pupils Experience Hands-On Careers at Construction & Engineering Week 2026
More than 1,500 schoolchildren from Lincolnshire received practical exposure to careers in construction and engineering during Construction & Engineering Week 2026, held over three days at the Lincolnshire Showground.

The Bedford Hotel in Belfast Honoured as Heritage Hotel of the Year 2026
The Bedford Hotel in Belfast has been awarded the Heritage Hotel of the Year 2026 at the Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards, reinforcing its status as a leading hospitality venue in Northern Ireland.

Birmingham Botanical Gardens Marks 175 Years of Giant Waterlilies with Interactive Exhibition
Birmingham Botanical Gardens is commemorating 175 years of its giant waterlily heritage during this year’s International Day of Birmingham.

London Set to Lag Behind Rural Areas in Social Housing Delivery Under £39bn Government Scheme
London is projected to address only 18 per cent of its priority social housing waiting list through the Government’s £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme (SAHP), significantly trailing rural regions where the figure reaches 46 per cent, according to…

UKREiiF 2027 Introduces Heritage, Culture and Creative Industries Day with PJ Livesey as Lead Partner
UKREiiF has unveiled a dedicated Heritage, Culture and Creative Industries Day for its 2027 event, scheduled to take place from 18 to 20 May at the Royal Armouries in Leeds.

Willmott Dixon to Construct £46m New Bramhall High School in Stockport
Willmott Dixon has been awarded a £46 million contract by the Department for Education (DfE) to rebuild Bramhall High School in Stockport, with construction set to commence next month.

Retail Parks Gain Momentum as Physical Shopping Adapts to Changing Consumer Habits
Despite the sustained rise of online shopping, physical retail continues to play a central role in consumer spending, with retail parks emerging as a key growth area for both retailers and shoppers.

Fitzwilliam Gate Development to Bring 70 New Homes to Cambridge
The Hill Group, an award-winning housebuilder, has revealed plans for Fitzwilliam Gate, a development comprising 70 new homes ranging from one to four bedrooms in north Cambridge.

West Northamptonshire Council’s New Temporary Housing Project Nears Completion in Lings Park
A new temporary housing development in Lings Park, Weston Favell, is approaching completion, marking a significant step forward in West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) efforts to improve accommodation options for people facing homelessness.

Blue Sky Building to Lead Complex Barbican Centre Renewal Project
Blue Sky Building, a London-based specialist in Construction Management, has been appointed to manage the Barbican Renewal Programme, a major restoration and revitalisation effort at one of the UK’s most significant live heritage sites.

Scandinavian Design Leaders Highlight Key Autumn/Winter 2026 Interior Trends
For the Autumn/Winter 2026 season, interior design is turning towards Scandinavian influences, emphasising cosy, inviting spaces enriched with deep, earthy tones.

Cardiff Homeowners Face Nearly £100,000 Increase to Upgrade Property
Homeowners in Cardiff looking to move up the property ladder are encountering a significant financial hurdle, with the cost difference between first-time buyer homes and next-step properties nearing £100,000.

West Midlands Mayor Opens New Construction Skills Centre Supporting Coventry Regeneration
A new construction skills and training centre has officially opened in Coventry, aiming to provide local residents with pathways into construction careers as part of the ongoing City Centre South regeneration project.

Wallace Whittle Completes 15-Year Engineering Project at Elephant Park in Central London
Wallace Whittle, a leading MEP engineering consultancy, has announced the completion of the final phase of Elephant Park, concluding a 15-year transformation of a central London neighbourhood.

Hyphen Accelerates Global Expansion with Growing Mumbai Team
Hyphen, the multinational architectural advisory firm, has significantly advanced its international expansion by rapidly growing its Mumbai office.

Cadwyn Clwyd Injects Over £1 Million into Flintshire Tourism Sector
Tourism enterprises in Flintshire have received a substantial financial boost through two rounds of funding facilitated by Cadwyn Clwyd, a social enterprise working in partnership with Flintshire County Council and Business Wales.

UKREiiF to Host Dedicated Healthcare Day as Part of 2027 Event
UKREiiF (The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum) will introduce a specialised Healthcare Day at its 2027 event, scheduled for 18–20 May in Leeds.

Willmott Dixon Completes £100 Million Student Village at University of Staffordshire Using Offsite Steel Frame
Willmott Dixon, a national tier one contractor, has finalised the construction of a new 1,000-bed Student Village at the University of Staffordshire in Stoke-on-Trent.

Forum brings Northamptonshire communities together to discuss future priorities
Residents and stakeholders from across Northamptonshire gathered on 15 September 2026 to discuss the county’s future at an event hosted by the University of Northampton (UON) and Universities UK (UUK) at Northampton Town Football Club.

Shared ownership scheme aims to ease Bristol’s growing homeownership affordability gap
Bristol has been identified as the least affordable city in the UK for private renters, intensifying the difficulties faced by those aiming to transition from renting to homeownership.

Spencer Group Boosts Women Representation with New Apprenticeship Intake
Spencer Group has strengthened its commitment to gender diversity in engineering by welcoming nine new apprentices, including four young women.

Finalists named for 2026 Variety North West PROPs Awards
Property organisations and professionals across the North West have been named as finalists for the 2026 Variety North West PROPs Awards, with 15 shortlisted this year.

Bradley Hall Opens First Scottish Office in Edinburgh to Expand UK Property Services
Bradley Hall, a national property consultancy, has inaugurated its 13th office in the UK, marking its first establishment in Scotland with a new branch in Edinburgh.

Cadnant Planning Elevates Two Rising Stars Amid Expansion in Wrexham and Chester
Cadnant Planning has announced the promotion of two key team members as the consultancy continues to grow its footprint in Wrexham and Chester.

Fletcher Bond Relocates to Larger Manchester Office to Support Ambitious Growth Plans
Property consultancy Fletcher Bond has secured a larger office space in Manchester as it aims to triple its size within the next three years.

£17.9m Bury Interchange works to improve tram access and link town-centre sites
Willmott Dixon will begin a £17.9m first phase of work at Bury Interchange in November, building a 57-meter steel footbridge and upgrading Metrolink platforms to improve access for passengers and prepare for the interchange’s wider redevelopment.

Frasers Property UK records highest-ever GRESB score while retaining five-star rating
Frasers Property UK has recorded its highest-ever score in the GRESB Real Estate Assessment, earning a five-star rating for the third consecutive year and placing first in its UK peer group of non-listed industrial and office property companies.