
Pall-Ex Group Commits £8 Million to Expand Sustainable Logistics Hubs in South West England
Pall-Ex Group has announced an £8 million investment to develop two new logistics hubs in the South West of England, aiming to enhance its service capacity and sustainability in the region.

Manchester Metropolitan University Secures Approval for New Library and Campus Hub Developments
Manchester Metropolitan University has received planning permission from Manchester City Council for two major projects: a new, state-of-the-art library and a Campus Hub at the former All Saints Library site on Oxford Road.

Numa Expands Outdoor Furniture Line with Three New Collections
Numa, a British specialist in outdoor furniture, has unveiled three new collections—Elemental, Cayman, and Lucia—adding to its existing range of products made from wood and aluminium.

String Furniture to Showcase Innovative Designs at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026
String Furniture, a renowned name in Scandinavian design since 1949, has announced its participation in Clerkenwell Design Week 2026, scheduled for 19th – 21st May 2026.

Maslow Capital Secures £36 Million Loan for Residential Development in Maidstone
Maslow Capital, a specialist in real estate finance, has announced a £36 million senior development loan to Audley Construction Group.

Cut My Launches Handcrafted Cabinet Doors for Kitchen Transformations
Homeowners looking to revitalise their kitchens can now turn to Cut My, a made-to-measure interiors brand, which has unveiled a new collection of handcrafted cabinet doors.

Sustainable Building Services Secures Major £200m Retrofit Contract with PA Housing
Sustainable Building Services Ltd (UK) Ltd has been awarded a significant retrofit contract by PA Housing, aimed at enhancing energy efficiency across over 3,000 properties in the Midlands and southern England.

Envoy Secures Majority Stake in Ecosystems Technologies in Push for Greener Construction
Inverness-based investment group Envoy has announced a majority stake in Ecosystems Technologies, a company renowned for its sustainable timber-based modular buildings.

New Habitat Bank at Badger Bank Farm to Support Biodiversity Net Gain in North Yorkshire
Property developers in North Yorkshire will soon have access to a new habitat bank at Badger Bank Farm, designed to assist them in meeting their Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) obligations.

Stepnell Expands Southern Operations with New Exeter Office and Key Promotions
Regional contractor Stepnell has unveiled significant developments in its southern operations, including the opening of a new office in Exeter, several senior promotions, and a strategic appointment aimed at bolstering its growth in the region.

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland Enhances Engineering Services with Acquisition of LSTC Group
SOCOTEC UK & Ireland, a prominent provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, has bolstered its engineering and asset inspection capabilities through the acquisition of LSTC Group, located in Driffield, East Yorkshire.

Nelsons Facilitates Key Leicester Regeneration Site Acquisition Amidst Tight Deadline
Leading East Midlands law firm Nelsons has successfully guided Leicester City Council (LCC) through a complex, multi-stage commercial property transaction, securing a crucial site for the city’s regeneration efforts under significant time constraints.

Premier Modular Delivers Rapid 46-Unit Learning Village in Record Time
Premier Modular has successfully delivered four new modular buildings to St Peter’s C of E Junior School in Ruddington, Nottinghamshire, facilitating the return of 350 pupils following the permanent closure of the previous school building due to structural concerns.

Deep Green and Zendo Join Forces to Revolutionise Data Centres with Renewable Energy
Deep Green, a British digital infrastructure firm, has announced a partnership with energy technology innovator Zendo to create a new generation of small-scale, AI-ready data centres powered by renewable energy and advanced energy management systems.

Highlands Residents Back Moratorium on Offshore Wind Developments
A significant majority of residents in the Highlands and Islands support a temporary halt on new offshore wind developments until the effects on fishermen are thoroughly evaluated and compensation measures are established.

Castleforge and Galaxy Data Centers Secure Planning Consent for New Data Centre in Redhill
Castleforge, a real estate investor, has announced that it has received full planning consent for a new 15MW data centre development at its Redhill campus, in collaboration with Galaxy Data Centers, a full-service data centre operator and advisory firm.

SMEs Win £19 Million in Sellafield Contracts Through Innovative Procurement Scheme
Sixteen small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the North West have collectively secured approximately £19 million in contracts as part of Sellafield’s prominent nuclear decommissioning programme in Cumbria, thanks to a pioneering procurement initiative.

VINCI Construction Expands with Acquisition of ION Property Group
The UK division of VINCI Construction has announced its acquisition of ION Property Group, aiming to merge it with VINCI UK Developments to establish a unified development entity focused on urban regeneration for local authorities.

Norvegr Bedding Redefines Bedroom Design with Tailored Luxury
Norvegr, a Norwegian bedding company, is transforming the way duvets are perceived in bedroom design, shifting the focus from mere warmth to an integral part of a room’s aesthetic.

Oliver Bonas Opening Times & Store Locations: The Complete Guide
From London to Edinburgh, Bristol to Belfast — everything you need to plan a visit to your nearest Oliver Bonas store.

Humidity Humidity: What It Means and How to Fix Damp in Your Home
It starts with a patch on the ceiling or a musty smell you can’t quite place.

Heineken Allocates £3.92 Million for Midlands Pub Revitalisation in 2026
Heineken UK has announced a significant investment of £3.92 million aimed at revitalising pubs in the Midlands, part of a broader £44.

IKEA opening times – Avoid a wasted trip, late nights, and the quietest hours in the UK
Few retail trips in the UK have the same reputation as IKEA.

Websites like Dezeen: The top 10 design and architecture magazines & websites
Every great design begins somewhere, a half-formed idea, a late-night scroll, a building spotted across the street that stops you cold.

Websites like ArchDaily: The top 12 architecture and design magazines
Every architect has at least one web browser tab permanently open.

Peel Waters secures double planning approval triggering £1.7m for the Mobil building redevelopment and Greenway extension at Wirral Waters
Wirral Council has approved two of three planning applications from Peel Waters kick-starting a new phase of development at Mea Park West – a key employment and Freeport site within the landmark Wirral Waters regeneration project.

Global strengthens leadership team with senior strategy appointment to drive energy sector growth
Global, a leading provider of energy and infrastructure solutions, has announced the appointment of Barry Carruthers as its new Chief Strategy Officer.

Reimagined by Anna Stark Launches First Wallpaper Collection Inspired by Historic Art
The Oxford-based design studio Reimagined by Anna Stark has unveiled its inaugural wallpaper collection, featuring a series of luxury architectural-scale wallcoverings inspired by historical art and ornamentation.

Caddick Construction Group Reports £375m Turnover and Strategic Growth Plans
Caddick Construction Group has announced a consolidated turnover of £375 million and a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of £4.

Sæl Spa to Launch as West London’s Premier Luxury Wellness Destination
Set to open in May 2026, Sæl Spa at Fulham Pier will be West London’s first dedicated luxury spa and wellness club, located along the picturesque banks of the River Thames.

Prime Black Country Industrial Site Offered to Market for £2.8 million
A 4-acre industrial site in Cradley Heath, located in the Black Country, has been listed for sale with an asking price of £2.

Willmott Dixon to Construct £92 Million Educational Campus at Wembley Park
Willmott Dixon has secured a contract to construct a new educational campus for the College of North West London, part of the United Colleges Group, at Wembley Park. This ambitious £92 million project will create a modern educational facility in…

VIVID Housing Association Unveils Customer-Skills Credential for Staff Development
VIVID has become the first housing association to introduce a customer-skills credential for its employees, certified under City & Guilds Assured.

Wykeland Group Unveils Plans for New Moxy Hotel in Hull City Centre
Wykeland Group, a prominent commercial property developer, has put forward revised proposals for a new hotel in Hull city centre, set to be part of Marriott’s trendy Moxy brand. The project, pending planning approval, represents a £25 million investment and…

Scottish Building Society Doubles Mortgages for First-Time Buyers Amid Economic Challenges
The Scottish Building Society has announced a significant increase in the number of mortgages extended to new homeowners, with figures showing more than double the amount offered compared to the previous year.

The Gresham Aparthotel Earns Dual Nominations at 2026 Serviced Apartment Awards
The Gresham Aparthotel in Leicester has achieved a significant milestone by being shortlisted for the prestigious Serviced Apartment Awards 2026, following its previous win in 2023.

SLR Consulting Expands Senior Leadership to Enhance London and South-East Built Environment Services
SLR Consulting, a leading global consultancy, has bolstered its South-East built environment team with several key senior appointments aimed at enhancing its service capabilities in London and the surrounding region.

Terrys Unveils Carrie Neely’s First Fabric Collection Featuring Bold Maximalist Designs
British homeware retailer Terrys has introduced its first fabric collection designed by Carrie Neely, the creative director known for her maximalist aesthetic.