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11 articlesMy towels smell amazing for a week when I add £1.50 item into the washing machine
If you're struggling to keep your laundry smelling fresh, there's one simple washing machine hack that could keep your clothes and towels smelling so fresh.
Monty Don's easy 5-minute lavender job keeps plants thriving for years
Lavender is a popular plant for its fragrant blooms and scented foliage, but it does require one yearly task to keep it looking its best
Cleaning shower glass with 35p kitchen staple makes it shine like new
Cleaning fans on social media have shared a simple shower glass cleaning hack using a 35p kitchen staple - and it doesn't involve any harsh chemicals or expensive cleaning products
Cotswolds home with 'glorious' countryside views on the market for £2.4 million
Check out these photos of the five-bedroom home
Dozens of council homes across Nottingham don't meet minimum standards
The properties could be suffering from damp and mouldy walls, caved-in ceilings or even faulty boilers and heating systems
£1.25m historic Devon 'Palm House' for sale with its own garden maze
The Grade II listed property has five bedrooms
Cambridgeshire community centre for sale as group says 'don't sell it for housing'
It has been listed as an Asset of Community Value
Shower glass sparkles like new with 'game-changing' 35p kitchen item
Shower glass can be tricky to keep clean and streak-free, but cleaning fans say this 35p hack could help get it sparkling like new - using one common kitchen item
'Do 6 home jobs in one' with 'handy' B&M item in new 75p deal
The in-store only bargain is available while stocks last
'Most effective' method to vanish black mould from your bathroom with a £1 product
Black mould is a common problem in UK bathrooms, even growing in summer.
I cleaned my kitchen sink with Pink Stuff and Elbow Grease - the cheapest was the winner
Two budget cleaning sprays from Home Bargains were put to the test on a grimy kitchen sink - and the results were clear to see.
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15 articlesWoman floored as UK heatwave 'makes unexpected fruit grow in garden'
A woman was left floored to discover that an unexpected fruit had seemingly started to grow in her garden during the UK's record-breaking heatwave, as the country experienced its hottest day of 2026
Japanese maples will stay healthy in the summer heat if one natural item is poured onto the soil
Japanese maples are a popular choice for UK gardens but can be tricky to care for. Many gardeners make the mistake of fertilising them in summer, which can damage or even kill the tree - here's what to do instead.
Keep hydrangeas and roses thriving during the heatwave with 1 extra task
Hydrangeas and roses are two of the most popular flowering plants in British gardens
'Convenient' Home Bargains item 'organises kitchen cupboards' for £2
Home Bargains has a range of kitchen storage solutions available both in-store and online
'Practical' Home Bargains organiser 'declutters kitchens' for £3
The 9L clear plastic storage box is available to buy online and in-store right now
Bugs won't come through open windows in summer with £3 B&M 'curtain' set
The 'easy to install' screen does not require tools and is 'perfect for pets'
New bins delivered to homes in England under food recycling rule changes - what goes in
Households across England are receiving new food waste recycling bins as part of the government's Simpler Recycling reforms
East London borough rated best for affordability and transport for first-time buyers
The borough ranked highly for its connectivity to major London hubs and first-time buyer prices
Unique Cambridgeshire property with traditional pub and campsite on market for £750k
The property also comes with three flats, a separate house, and extensive grounds
'Fabulous' B&M item 'adds extra storage' to fridges in new £1 deal
The product has been reduced to £1
Stiff towels will become soft and fluffy again when 2 items are added to the wash
If your towels have lost their softness, there's a simple trick to restore them to their former glory
Grass will stay healthy and green during heatwaves if you do 1 simple task
While some people might think that a brown and patchy lawn is a sign of poor care, it's actually quite common during periods of intense heat - but experts say one lawn care task can keep your green grass healthy all summer long.
Keep roses free of black spots and healthy all summer with 1 kitchen staple
Black spot is a common fungal disease that can affect roses, but there is a natural method to help prevent it using a simple kitchen ingredient
Binman settles debate on where to put fast food containers - not paper or plastic bin
A binman on TikTok has been answering the public's questions on where they should place certain bits of rubbish, and it's not always the most obvious place
I cleaned my windows with Mr Muscle and white vinegar - 1 worked instantly with no scrubbing
I've been using white vinegar to clean for years, but I'd never tried it on my windows before. So I put it to the test against Mr Muscle window cleaner to see which grime removal spray worked better
This Week
249 articlesSCF starts hunt for £2bn+ framework contractors
Southern Construction Framework looking for new bidders
BBC Gardeners' World's Monty Don addresses 'annoying problem' after plants vanish
Gardeners' World host Monty Don shared a frustrating seasonal issue affecting his Longmeadow garden, revealing how shifting weather patterns are creating unexpected challenges
Bedrooms will be cool at night without a fan if you use everyday bathroom item
It can be a nightmare trying to sleep when it is hot, but there is a simple trick to keep your bedroom cool
Croydon's biggest private property owner that's 430 years old posts £2.1m loss after school closure
The John Whitgift Foundation owns an extensive property portfolio across Croydon and operates two independent schools as well as a range of healthcare services
Planning Inspectorate approves £80m Camelot redevelopment
Story Homes has secured outline consent for 350 homes on the defunct Charnock Richard theme park after an appeal. The post Planning Inspectorate approves £80m Camelot redevelopment appeared first on Place North West.
TMW cuts switcher rates as Leeds and Principality trim costs
TMW is lowering rates on its switcher deals tomorrow by up to 25 basis points, following cuts to its new business deals today. The buy-to-let lender, which is part of Nationwide Building Society, is one of more than 20 lenders to lower prices this week.… The post TMW cuts switcher rates as Leeds and Principality trim costs appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
'Full' Leicestershire village will get hundreds more homes and new school despite concerns
The applicant said housing supply is 'much-needed' - but some feared the area was at breaking point
Unblock drains in 10 minutes by swapping vinegar and bicarb for better alternative
There's an easy way to fix a blocked drain
SCF launches sixth-generation framework for England
Southern Construction Framework (SCF) has launched the procurement process for its sixth-generation framework, opening access to public sector clients across England for the first time. Hampshire County Council has invited applications from contractors for the four-year framework, which will run from 4 May 2027 to… The post SCF launches sixth-generation framework for England appeared first
Mortgage Strategy's Top 10 Stories: 22 June to 26 June
This week's top headlines: Housing market 'in limbo' again and over 100,000 heat-trap homes could become 'uninhabitable'. Explore these and other major industry updates below: Housing market 'in limbo' again: Industry reacts as PM resigns Property industry figures have warned that the Prime Minister's… The post Mortgage Strategy's Top 10 Stories: 22 June to 26 June appeared first on Mortg
Average rates down again as 20 lenders make cuts: Moneyfacts
The average three-year fixed rate dropped by 5 basis points over the past week to 5.28%, as 20 lenders responded to falling swaps with price cuts. The latest rate watch data from Moneyfacts also shows the average two-year fix fell by 4bps to 5.55% and… The post Average rates down again as 20 lenders make cuts: Moneyfacts appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gazette.
HS2 contractors fined £400,000 after tipper truck fall
Driver injured after vehicle fell off the edge of an excavation ramp
Eco homes sell for just £4,500 more, Nationwide finds
Energy-efficient homes command only a small price premium, according to new research from Nationwide. The lender found that owner-occupied homes with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A or B sell for 1.6% more than similar D-rated properties. Based on average house prices in… The post Eco homes sell for just £4,500 more, Nationwide finds appeared first on Mortgage Finance Ga
First-time buyers put off life events, survey finds
The cost of buying a first home is extending beyond finances, according to research from mortgage broker Mojo Mortgages. Its First-Time Buyer Sentiment Survey 2026, which surveyed 1,000 first-time buyers across the UK, found many are delaying major life decisions. Some are staying in unhappy… The post First-time buyers put off life events, survey finds appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gaz
HS2 JV fined £400,000 after 20-tonne truck falls 2m
Skanska, Costain and Strabag JV failed to plan and communicate changes in vehicle routes. The post HS2 JV fined £400,000 after 20-tonne truck falls 2m appeared first on Construction Management.
Buy-to-let landlord interest falling, survey finds
Interest in becoming a buy-to-let landlord has fallen across almost every major UK city over the past year, with searches dropping in all but one location analysed. That is according to a study by Emoov, which found that Cambridge is the only city in the UK to see… The post Buy-to-let landlord interest falling, survey finds appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gazette.
Grade two-listed Bury armoury on the market
Castle Armoury is being sold to raise money for the town's Fusiliers Museum. The post Grade two-listed Bury armoury on the market appeared first on Place North West.
£25m boost for Bury Interchange
A redeveloped transport hub for the town and plans for residential development on neighbouring land will receive a slug of funding from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority. The post £25m boost for Bury Interchange appeared first on Place North West.
Merit administrators agree sale of former head office
Administrators for offsite specialist Merit say they have agreed a deal to sell the company's former headquarters. A report by administrators from insolvency specialists Interpath, published this week on Companies House, details that the head office in Cramlington, Northumberland, has been snapped up by a… The post Merit administrators agree sale of former head office appeared first on Cons
Site work in a heatwave: one size doesn't fit all
Desiree Blamey is managing director of the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) The weather this summer is set to be remembered for breaking records. Following the warmest British spring on record and the hottest individual day for May - and the second-hottest May ever globally -… The post Site work in a heatwave: one size doesn't fit all appeared first on Construction News.
Tata Steel UK says steel-quota framework will hit supply chain
Tata Steel UK says it is "disappointed" and "very concerned" after the government unveiled its final steel-quota framework to curb cheap imports. From 1 July, the overall tariff-free quotas for steel imports will be reduced by 51 per cent, although the figure is less than… The post Tata Steel UK says steel-quota framework will hit supply chain appeared first on Construction News.
Four firms ordered to stop working with engineered stone
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has ordered four companies to stop working with engineered stone over safety fears. According to a statement from the regulator, the firms received prohibition notices following visits from inspectors. Each of the businesses was found to lack adequate control… The post Four firms ordered to stop working with engineered stone appeared first on Constructi
Southampton leads cladding remediation table
Southampton City Council leads the way in a new cladding-remediation table published by the government this week. The south coast local authority had completed 78 per cent of the building-safety projects monitored by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) as of the… The post Southampton leads cladding remediation table appeared first on Construction News.
Study reveals scale of heat risk facing construction workers
Academics have created a guide to keeping construction operatives safe in the heat after finding one in two workers believed blazing temperatures had negatively affected a colleague's health. Alba Fuertes, a professor at the University of Reading's School of the Built Environment, and PhD candidate… The post Study reveals scale of heat risk facing construction workers appeared first on Cons
Green homes only sell for £4,500 more, Nationwide finds
Energy-efficient homes command only a small price premium, according to new research from Nationwide. The lender found that owner-occupied homes with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A or B sell for 1.6% more than similar D-rated properties. Based on average house prices in… The post Green homes only sell for £4,500 more, Nationwide finds appeared first on Mortgage Strategy
First-time buyers delaying life milestones as pressures mount, survey finds
The cost of buying a first home is extending beyond finances, according to research from mortgage broker Mojo Mortgages. Its First-Time Buyer Sentiment Survey 2026, which surveyed 1,000 first-time buyers across the UK, found many are delaying major life decisions. Some are staying in unhappy… The post First-time buyers delaying life milestones as pressures mount, survey finds appeared first
Average rates drop as 20 lenders cut prices: Moneyfacts
The average three-year fixed rate dropped by 5 basis points over the past week to 5.28%, as 20 lenders responded to falling swaps with price cuts. The latest rate watch data from Moneyfacts also shows the average two-year fix fell by 4bps to 5.55% and… The post Average rates drop as 20 lenders cut prices: Moneyfacts appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Property expert Phil Spencer shares crucial '10p coin' rule every homebuyer needs to know
Channel 4's Phil Spencer has shared a number of UK house buying tips, including a '10p test'
Scottish Government halts £2.1bn hospital build over cost
A £2.1bn hospital project where Laing O'Rourke is the preferred contractor has been stalled by the Scottish Government over cost concerns. The tier one firm was selected in 2023 under a preconstruction services agreement for the Monklands Replacement Project (rendering pictured) in Lanarkshire, which was… The post Scottish Government halts £2.1bn hospital build over cost appeared first on C
THING OF THE WEEK
Scandi scran, looking North, and feeling the heat. The post THING OF THE WEEK appeared first on Place North West.
Military housing sell-off cost taxpayers £15bn: NAO
The sell-off of military housing has cost the taxpayer almost £15bn, the public spending watchdog estimates. A new report from the National Audit Office calculates that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) was around £14.5 billion worse off than it would have been if it had… The post Military housing sell-off cost taxpayers £15bn: NAO appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gazette.
Benchmark your project performance with Buildots' data lab
How well is your project performing compared with similar projects? Are the trades as productive as they could be? A new, free benchmarking service from Buildots may have the answers. The post Benchmark your project performance with Buildots' data lab appeared first on Construction Management.
Woman in 'London's coolest flat' still shivering under duvet during 36C heatwave
Heba says she has been flooded with messages of people asking to move in during the heatwave
Digital planning innovations target S106 and cross-boundary issues
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is backing 11 digital innovations designed to accelerate cross-boundary and cross-tier plan-making, and reduce delays caused by Section 106 negotiations. The post Digital planning innovations target S106 and cross-boundary issues appeared first on Construction Management.
Fusion tables plans for 39-storey Manchester PBSA
A long-vacant site on Whitworth Street West could be redeveloped into an 818-bed student scheme after earlier plans for a 35-storey build-to-rent tower failed to materialise. The post Fusion tables plans for 39-storey Manchester PBSA appeared first on Place North West.
E3P becomes latest to sell to Ecology Group
Private equity-backed Ecology Group has bought its ninth business since forming a year ago, adding 80 staff in Manchester and Birmingham to its ranks. The post E3P becomes latest to sell to Ecology Group appeared first on Place North West.
Common land notices and decisions published in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026
Hearing and inquiry notices and decisions for common land applications in 2023, 2024 2025 and 2026
Billions lost by sale-and-leaseback of military homes, watchdog finds
The sell-off of military housing has cost the taxpayer almost £15bn, the public spending watchdog estimates. A new report from the National Audit Office calculates that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) was around £14.5 billion worse off than it would have been if it had… The post Billions lost by sale-and-leaseback of military homes, watchdog finds appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Seneca takes bullish view on offices with £100m spending pledge
The Haydock-based investor is seeking to deploy capital to acquire workspace across the UK, seeing opportunity while others remain cautious about the sector's outlook. The post Seneca takes bullish view on offices with £100m spending pledge appeared first on Place North West.
Company fined after fatal fall through window void
A contractor has been fined after one of its employees was killed when he fell through an unglazed window opening. The post Company fined after fatal fall through window void appeared first on Construction Management.
Funding blow for Ulverston venue
Westmorland and Furness Council said the National Lottery Heritage Fund's decision to turn down a £3.5m bid to expand The Coro was "very disappointing" but that efforts to work up a business case for the building's regeneration would continue. The post Funding blow for Ulverston venue appeared first on Place North West.
Interest in being a buy-to-let landlord dropping, research finds
Interest in becoming a buy-to-let landlord has fallen across almost every major UK city over the past year, with searches dropping in all but one location analysed. That is according to a study by Emoov, which found that Cambridge is the only city in the UK to see… The post Interest in being a buy-to-let landlord dropping, research finds appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Fylde gives go-ahead for 49 Weeton homes
Northern Trust has secured outline consent for development on a greenfield site, while the planning committee deferred a decision on a residential to church conversion. The post Fylde gives go-ahead for 49 Weeton homes appeared first on Place North West.
Labour Demand Volumes by Standard Occupation Classification (SOC2020), UK: January 2017 to May 2026
These tables contain the number of online job adverts split by different geographies and occupation (SOC 2020).
Conceptions in England and Wales: 2023
Annual statistics on conceptions to residents of England and Wales, with numbers and rates by age group including women aged under 18 years.
Blog: Three key liability risks facing mortgage brokers
The UK mortgage market has entered a period of intense volatility. Geopolitics has upended inflation and interest rate expectations, with lenders responding to the war in Iran first by pulling a huge tranche of deals, and then by jockeying for position with rate cuts just… The post Blog: Three key liability risks facing mortgage brokers appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Blog: Why hope is not an exit strategy
I've had a couple of conversations with brokers recently where, once we really got into what the refinance was going to look like later on, you could see just how exposed the borrowers had become. In both situations, the bridges themselves had completed and, at… The post Blog: Why hope is not an exit strategy appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Upstairs 'loft trick' 'sucks all heat out of house' and sends thermostat 'dropping instantly'
'Opening the loft hatch gives all that trapped warm air upstairs somewhere to go'
Cundall elects new managing partner
Kevin Hayes has been named managing partner at Cundall, for a four year term. The consultancy's partners elect a managing partner on a rotating basis, and Hayes replaces Carole O'Neil, whose term has ended.
Rolls-Royce to open SMR development centre
Rolls-Royce has announced plans to open Pioneer Works, in Derby, where it will develop the processes needed to delivery SMRs across the UK, Czechia and Sweden.
Rat invasion crisis hits UK homes - but 22p vegetable can halt it
As UK temperatures soar during the heatwave, rats are seeking cool indoor spaces - but this common 22p kitchen staple could help keep them out naturally
Rat invasion crisis hits UK homes - but 22p vegetable can halt it
As UK temperatures soar during the heatwave, rats are seeking cool indoor spaces - but this common 22p kitchen staple could help keep them out naturally
PACE Logistics takes 36,000 sq ft in Irlam
US industrial investor Realterm has let Northbank 40 to the transportation firm following a refurbishment programme. The post PACE Logistics takes 36,000 sq ft in Irlam appeared first on Place North West.
Severn Trent seeks to cut wastewater greenhouse gases
Severn Trent Water has issued a £45m tender request for tank covers, which will be installed at water treatment plants across the country as part of AMP8 upgrades to prevent greenhouse gas emissions.
Scottish ministers halt £2.1bn Laing O'Rourke hospital job
Contractor sent back to the drawing board over affordability concerns
New show home opening in Tyldesley
One new show home will help inspire buyers thinking of moving to two new housing... The post New show home opening in Tyldesley appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Shelbourne Estates' flagship Northamptonshire development wins prestigious construction award
Shelbourne Estates, part of Morris Homes, has been recognised for exceptional construction standards and site... The post Shelbourne Estates' flagship Northamptonshire development wins prestigious construction award appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Reading Water Fest Returns for 2026 with Packed Programme of Community Activities
Reading Water Fest 2026 will return to Reading town centre on Saturday 27th June, bringing... The post Reading Water Fest Returns for 2026 with Packed Programme of Community Activities appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
How to own a new apartment in Congleton for 80% of the price
People with a local link to Chesire East could secure a new build home for... The post How to own a new apartment in Congleton for 80% of the price appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Ministers fail to plug imported fabricated steel tariff gap
Industry warns thousands of fabrication jobs now at risk with SMEs hit hardest
Company fined over window fall death
Lima Construction Limited has been fined £50,000 after Antonio Rodrigues fell through an unglazed and unprotected window to his death, during a redevelopment project in New Malden.
Ramboll appoints water lead
Ramboll has appointed Simon Jefferson as water sector lead for the UK and Ireland.
Winvic picked for Guildford roads
Winvic has been awarded a contract to deliver highway works for Weyside Urban Village by Guildford Borough Council.
Mortgage rates are falling, but experts warn borrowers: don't wait for perfect
Leading mortgage expert says more lenders are set to cut rates before end of June,... The post Mortgage rates are falling, but experts warn borrowers: don't wait for perfect appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Hinkley M&E dispute leaves hundreds off site for three weeks
Workforce morale sinks after protest triggers disciplinary process and delayed restart
'I live next to Wembley Stadium and you wouldn't believe the sights I've seen'
A London woman has shared the incredible Wembley Stadium concerts she's been able to hear, from Taylor Swift to AC/DC, just because of where she lives
Homes for sale near lidos, lakes and ponds in England and Scotland - in pictures
From a London tower near reservoirs to a Plymouth townhouse close to a historic saltwater lido Continue reading...
Seven homes for sale in the Cotswolds right now for over £1 million
The number of million-pound properties in the region has more than doubled since 2019
Hollywood icon Cary Grant's childhood Bristol home for sale
The house is recognisable with its official blue plaque outside
Senior agent shocked after customer refuses handshake
Daniel Davie tells The Neg how a client repeatedly told him he doesn't shake estate agents' hands. The post Senior agent shocked after customer refuses handshake appeared first on The Negotiator.
Free £10k deposit scheme "no silver bullet"
The First Homes Fund is a constructive intervention, but "not a silver bullet", according to Leeds Building Society's Louise Drummond. The post Free £10k deposit scheme "no silver bullet" appeared first on The Negotiator.
Rent controls can cut welfare bill, says MP
The Government should not rule out introducing rent controls to help cut the welfare bill, Labour MP Margaret Mullane says. The post Rent controls can cut welfare bill, says MP appeared first on The Negotiator.
Big fines as Welsh rental licensing deadline looms
NRLA warns landlords and agents to check licences, with hundreds prosecuted since Rent Smart Wales was launched. The post Big fines as Welsh rental licensing deadline looms appeared first on The Negotiator.
Dwelly completes first 'international' acquisition
The proptech lettings company makes its seventh purchase this year with Settio, which has clients in 17 countries. The post Dwelly completes first 'international' acquisition appeared first on The Negotiator.
Green homes attract surprisingly small premium, says Nationwide
Energy-efficient homes achieve only a modest 1.6% price premium despite growing buyer interest, says Nationwide economist Andrew Harvey. The post Green homes attract surprisingly small premium, says Nationwide appeared first on The Negotiator.
NEXT WEEK | North West Property Lunch
What would Prime Minister Andy Burnham mean for the North? How does the public sector plan to actually make 'good growth' happen? How is the built environment handling viability - and will economic situations improve by the end of the year? Those questions and more will be asked at this senior-level, Chatham House Rule gathering on Thursday 2 July in Manchester. The post NEXT WEEK | North West Pro
Keep birds and garden wildlife safe in summer by adding 1 coin to birdbaths
One simple addition to birdbaths this July will ensure your gardens are the perfect attraction and a safe haven for birds and garden wildlife this summer.
Agent accused of pressuring buyer into binding agreement
Binding agreements feature in the government's buying reform proposals
Good News! mortgage rates could fall very soon
Barclays and NatWest have shown the way
London agencies merge under Chase Buchanan banner
Two agencies in London have come together under the ownership of Chase Buchanan. Lawlors has become part of R Whitley & Co in Association with Chase Buchanan, bringing together two West Drayton firms. The integration follows Chase Buchanan's acquisition of Lawlors earlier this year and builds on the acquisition of R Whitley & Co in […]
Agency manages 14,000 units after latest acquisition
It's the platform's seventh deal of 2026 and first ever outside the UK.
Agency group reveals eco-friendly branch upgrade programme
This includes an eco fit-out of a new corporate HQ
How much do buyers REALLY care about energy efficiency?
An exhaustive study has been published by the Nationwide
Letting agents honoured at summer awards event
There were also awards for sales and the buying agent of the year
Be fair! Airbnbs and private rentals 'must get equal treatment'
The call for parity comes from Propertymark
UK agency group complete first overseas acquisition
It's the platform's seventh deal of 2026 and first ever outside the UK.
Are you selling on an Instagrammable street?
New research from Lloyds reveals a photo-friendly league table
Knock out letting agents help raise £15,000 for vital charity
Paul Shamplina's charity event is a knock out once again
Owners 'know energy efficient features won't add value'
The survey has been conducted by the Nationwide
Glasgow green lights 25-storey student tower
Developer advances first phase of £250m Glasgow gateway project
Kier promotes finance chief to head highways business
Barry Jupp to lead Kier's 2,000-strong highways operation after more than two decades
New boss takes charge at £118m revenue Barnwood
Employee-owned regional builder appoints former finance director Matthew Williams
Liverpool gets ball rolling on Colomendy
Having taken the keys back in summer 2025 after tenant-operator Kingswood's demise, the city council has engaged Newmark to find a buyer for the North Wales outdoor activity centre. The post Liverpool gets ball rolling on Colomendy appeared first on Place North West.
Nationwide cuts rates by up to 25bps as Fleet and Family BS update ranges
Nationwid is cutting rates by up to 25bps as Family Building Society and Fleet Mortgages update their lending ranges. Nationwide is cutting rates across its fixed mortgage range for new and existing customers. The changes take effect from Friday 26 June. They will support first-time… The post Nationwide cuts rates by up to 25bps as Fleet and Family BS update ranges appeared first on Mortgag
Garden weeds die instantly when covered with 2 common kitchen ingredients
If weeds are taking over your garden, try using two common kitchen items that are guaranteed to eliminate them instantly - and it's especially effective in warm weather
Jupp steps up to head Kier's highways business
Tier one contractor Kier has promoted 23-year company veteran Barry Jupp to lead its UK highways construction and maintenance operations. He will take up his new role on 1 July, the firm announced today (25 June), having most recently served as finance director for Kier… The post Jupp steps up to head Kier's highways business appeared first on Construction News.
Mackay leaves Bruntwood to join Innovate UK
Departing the post of chief scientific officer at Bruntwood SciTech, Kath Mackay has taken an interim position as managing director of the national innovation agency. The post Mackay leaves Bruntwood to join Innovate UK appeared first on Place North West.
Planning Inspectorate publishes Annual Report and Accounts 2025/26
A year of landmark moments: Annual Report and Accounts 2025/26 published
Corporate report: Planning Inspectorate Annual Report and Accounts 2025/26
Planning Inspectorate Annual Report and Accounts 2025/26, for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
William Hare saves one million sheets of paper with digital
Leading steel contractor William Hare has saved more than one million sheets of paper after moving all its quality, safety and operations to a single connected digital system. The post William Hare saves one million sheets of paper with digital appeared first on Construction Management.
Reapit brings AI out of the office with Reapit Go
Reapit has launched a new set of AI tools and enhancements in Reapit Go, putting... The post Reapit brings AI out of the office with Reapit Go appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Heatwave warning: UK homes face £219m damage bill, as temperatures soar.
Property experts urge homeowners to act now as soaring heat threatens foundations, roofs and frames... The post Heatwave warning: UK homes face £219m damage bill, as temperatures soar. appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Labourer falls to death through window opening
Contractor fined after fatal fall from scaffolding
Housebuyers want greater conveyancer communications
Homebuyers increasingly expect same-day conveyancing updates, according to research from Lyons Bowe Solicitors. The firm found Britain's homebuyers have little tolerance for poor communication during the conveyancing process, with buyers wanting prompt responses and swift notification of any issues that could impact their purchase. The survey… The post Housebuyers want greater conveyancer c
Scottish government relaunches First Homes Fund
The Scottish government has relaunched the First Homes Fund, offering new support to help first-time buyers overcome deposit barriers and purchase a home. The fund reopened on 24 June as a shared equity scheme. It provides eligible buyers with a government contribution of up to… The post Scottish government relaunches First Homes Fund appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gazette.
I'm never too hot at home thanks to 1 item I swear by for warm days and nights
I don't need a fan or AC thanks to one item that keeps me cool all summer - even in heatwaves
Firm fined £50k after death from fall through unglazed window
A construction company has been fined £50,000 after one of its employees died from a fall through an unglazed window opening. Antonio Rodrigues, 55, had been working for Lima Construction as a labourer at the time of the incident in London on 27 July 2022,… The post Firm fined £50k after death from fall through unglazed window appeared first on Construction News.
More than 100,000 heat-trap homes could become 'uninhabitable'
More than 100,000 homes could become "uninhabitable" in high temperatures as the boom in office-to-residential conversions has created heat-trap flats, a major insurer has warned. More than 100,000 homes could become "uninhabitable" in high temperatures following the boom in office-to-residential conversions, a major insurer has… The post More than 100,000 heat-trap homes could become 'unin
HM Land Registry expands new build training with in-depth workshop
A new, in-depth online workshop will help property professionals reduce common new build application issues and avoid delays.
Your Energy Bill Has an AI Problem and Solar May Be Part of the Answer
Planning expert Aaron Basi says the AI energy surge is changing how buyers, developers and... The post Your Energy Bill Has an AI Problem and Solar May Be Part of the Answer appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
Net World Sports pushes on with 920,000 sq ft expansion plan
The ambitious Wrexham company has lodged a scoping opinion request signalling its intention to develop a campus across 58 acres in Marchwiel. The post Net World Sports pushes on with 920,000 sq ft expansion plan appeared first on Place North West.
Welcome to Greater Crewe
With the Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority in play, Crewe is getting a much-deserved rethink, with a focus on not just the town centre but where it sits in a broader regional picture. The post Welcome to Greater Crewe appeared first on Place North West.
Sintra's Gee Cross homes sneak through
Tameside Council approved the developer's plans for 444 properties on 60 acres off Stockport Road by five votes to four in the face of more than 350 public objections. The post Sintra's Gee Cross homes sneak through appeared first on Place North West.
7 common plants you shouldn't ever touch with bare hands
These common UK plants can cause severe rashes, burns or serious illness if touched without protection
Keep your home cool during heatwave without using a fan or air conditioning - 3 simple steps
There are plenty of simple ways to keep your home cool during a heatwave - and you don't need to rely on air conditioning or fans to do it
Tell us: are you trying to buy or sell a flat in the UK?
We'd like to hear from people in the UK about their experiences of trying to buy or sell a flat in recent months. Have there been any issues?Getting on the property ladder is an achievement in Britain but for some flat-owners the home-ownership dream has turned sour.High service charges, fire safety issues, and onerous leasehold conditions are among the issues that have affected flat valuations ov
Schedule 14 decisions in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026
Schedule 14 to the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 decisions issued by the Planning Inspectorate and published after 1 January 2023
Four companies ordered to stop using engineered stone
Firms had no control measures in place to prevent deadly disease. The post Four companies ordered to stop using engineered stone appeared first on Construction Management.
Consent for 40,000 sq ft Liverpool fitness complex
Featuring padel courts, a Hyrox gym, and hyperbaric chambers, Club Mona will be created within Fortress Works off Bentnick Street following the approval of the scheme by the city council. The post Consent for 40,000 sq ft Liverpool fitness complex appeared first on Place North West.
Acquisitive MCR adds Preston student duo to portfolio
Foundry Court and Trinity Student Village will add 862 beds to the investor's £360m Flow Student platform. The post Acquisitive MCR adds Preston student duo to portfolio appeared first on Place North West.
Kensington, Pepper and GB Bank make hefty rate cuts
Kensington has cut rates by up to 30 basis points, GB Bank by up to 25bps and Pepper Money by 20bps. At Kensington, the biggest reductions are across its Hero, Professional Own New and eKo products. The lender is also lowering its Residential Select two-year… The post Kensington, Pepper and GB Bank make hefty rate cuts appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gazette.
Short-term let bookings jump 12%: ONS
The short-term let market grew by almost 12% last year, with travellers booking 101 million nights in Airbnb-type holiday rentals across the UK compared to 91 million in 2024. Across individual countries, Northern Ireland had the lowest increase in bookings, up by 10.8% year on… The post Short-term let bookings jump 12%: ONS appeared first on Mortgage Finance Gazette.
Gilbert-Ash asks every worker to snap and share site hazards
Construction, refurbishment and fit-out contractor Gilbert-Ash is asking everyone, including subcontractors, to photograph potential hazards and share them instantly by using a QR code displayed on its sites. The post Gilbert-Ash asks every worker to snap and share site hazards appeared first on Construction Management.
Paebbl launches near-white, carbon negative, cement alternative
Paebbl has launched Rebond 300, a carbon negative cement alternative, with a near-white finish that aims to meet design and architectural demand.
The Retail Payments Infrastructure Board launches consultation on the next generation UK payments infrastructure
Today marks a major milestone in the modernisation of the UK's payments landscape, with the Retail Payments Infrastructure Board (RPIB) launching a consultation on the future design of the UK's next-generation retail payments infrastructure.
Plus Dane secures £30m loan from Principality
The 25-year facility provided by the Welsh building society will support the housing association's development programme across Cheshire and Merseyside. The post Plus Dane secures £30m loan from Principality appeared first on Place North West.
Midland water company asks for 'help' from customers and adds 'don't water lawns'
South Staffs Water said it had seen the highest demand for 20 years as Met Office 'red alert' heatwave hits
New Homes England 2025 to 2026 housebuilding statistics published
Today's statistics show the number of housing starts on site and completions delivered by Homes England between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.
What Andy Burnham as PM would mean for your council tax and mortgage
Mr Burnham has advocated scrapping council tax and stamp duty in favour of a new charge
Research: Homelessness management information - Afghan nationals: England
Management information on homelessness duties owed by English lower tier authorities to households being resettled in the UK through the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS) and the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP).
Research: Homelessness management information - Ukrainian nationals: England
Management information on homelessness duties owed to Ukrainian nationals - for England, by lower tier local authority.
Live tables on affordable housing supply
The latest data tables on affordable housing supply.
Research: Planning Inspectorate Casework Database
Detailed information on a selection of the Planning Inspectorate's casework decisions over a 5 year rolling period.
Live tables on rents, lettings and tenancies
The latest data tables on rents, lettings and tenancies.
Live tables on dwelling stock (including vacants)
The latest data tables on dwelling stock (including vacants).
Live tables on social housing sales
The latest data tables on social housing sales.
Local Authority Housing Statistics open data
Local Authority Housing Statistics (LAHS) dataset from 1978-79 to 2024-25, provided as open data in accessible and machine-readable formats
Economic activity and social change in the UK, real-time indicators: 25 June 2026
Early experimental data and analysis on economic activity and social change in the UK. These real-time indicators are created using rapid response surveys, novel data sources and experimental methods.
Equipal secures £16.25m funding for plant finance
Equipal, which offers point-of-sale finance for equipment suppliers, has secured a £1.25m equity investment with £15m in forward flow funding from Altum Capital Management.
How can Cumbria address the skills shortage
I grew up in Cumbria and, like a lot of people, I was told early on that if you wanted to build a career, you'd probably have to leave, writes Pete Thomas of Curtins. The post How can Cumbria address the skills shortage appeared first on Place North West.
Wimbledon transactions rise despite modest house price correction
ASAP analysis reveals more Wimbledon sales are reaching completion as buyers and sellers continue to... The post Wimbledon transactions rise despite modest house price correction appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
McLaren completes Swindon industrial regeneration
McLaren Construction (Midlands and North) has completed work on Panattoni Park Swindon, helping to regenerate the former Honda manufacturing site.
BCIS: tender prices up, but processes slowed
The Building Cost Information Service's civil engineering tender price index panel has estimated tender prices are up 2% from the first quarter of 2026, but warns that costs of tendering are making contractors more selective, as the process of moving projects forward slows.
Robertson starts work on £750m UK supercomputer
Robertson Construction has started work on the construction of the UK's next generation national supercomputer, being built at the University of Edinburgh, with backing from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
Tungsten appoints Magrock for Filton industrial estate
After securing £19m from a private investor, Tungsten Properties has appointed Magrock Construction to deliver its Tungsten Park Filton industrial estate.
Overton gives mobile stores an upgrade
Overton Electrical Services has been appointed to provide M&E services for Vodafone stores, as they rebrand as VodafoneThree following a 2025 merger.
Fresh inflation storm gathers over construction
Arcadis warns oil shocks, steel tariffs and carbon taxes will push project costs higher into 2027
Marlborough delivers lower carbon streets in Barnet
Marlborough Highways has worked with Holcim UK and Low Carbon Materials to resurface three streets for Barnet Council, using ACLA, a low carbon aggregate alternative for asphalt.
Atlas Copco launches mobile charging station
Atlas Copco has launched a mobile towable rapid charging station, the FCS 220-240, delivering 232kWh, over 220 kW DC and 50 KW AC outputs, and weighing 3.5t.
Mortgage Rates Poised for Another Wave of Cuts Before End of June, Says Broker
Mortgage rates could fall again before the end of June as competitive pressure mounts on... The post Mortgage Rates Poised for Another Wave of Cuts Before End of June, Says Broker appeared first on UK Property Newsdesk.
'We'd love to see a stamp duty break from new prime minister', say Cotswolds estate agents
Many properties in the Cotswolds are subject to stamp duty tax of up to 12%
'It can flip quickly from being idyllic': the reality of life for young van dwellers priced out of Cornwall's housing market
With tourists buying up property and landlords opting for lucrative Airbnb rentals, young Cornish people are turning to old campervans to provide a roof over their headsSkye has a thick duvet in the van she calls home in Cornwall. In winter, the 25-year-old goes to bed in several layers of clothes and is grateful for the extra warmth of her cat. She parks up late, often in car parks well away from
Restaurant in 'historic' Leicestershire town set for auction - and it could be yours
The Grade II listed building has been run by its current owners for more than 40 years
The real reason why Nottingham built so many student flats
For many years the city just about kept pace with the influx in students needing accommodation
Housebuilding target will be missed, admits Savills
Savills warns that new builds will total just over 837,000, well down on the Government's 1.5 million. The post Housebuilding target will be missed, admits Savills appeared first on The Negotiator.
Speculation rife about new Chancellor and property taxes
The leading contenders to replace Rachel Reeves at the Treasury hold different views on property taxation. The post Speculation rife about new Chancellor and property taxes appeared first on The Negotiator.
I work from home - one Amazon Prime Day gadget has kept me going in the heatwave
The fan has also been reduced especially for Amazon Prime Day
Twelve reasons buyers fail to make an offer
The research is by LRG
Three agency sales chiefs on the move to new appointments
Both sales chiefs have extensive experience in London
Rents stabilise after rent control experiment finishes
The market has worked more effectively than rent controls at keeping rents down
Insured deposit shake-up will disrupt millions of tenancies
Government wants all deposits to be protected via custodial arrangements.
Traitors star speaks out on first time buyer struggles
Winning The Traitors doesn't mean you can afford a home...
Property SigNATure: Before we condemn Burnham, let's look at the evidence
As Andy Burnham emerges as Labour's frontrunner, some in the property sector argue his Manchester record deserves closer examination before judgement.
Agent celebrates 30 years since joining as lettings negotiator
Chestertons is now part of the fast-growing Campions Group
Council to 'engage with agents' over tougher rental enforcement
This is on the back of the Renters Rights Act
Give first time buyers a 5% government loan - call
The idea comes from Resolution Foundation, a think tank
Tenanted properties targeted by quick buy operator
More landlords are selling because of the Renters Rights Act
Generous tenants give remarkable sum to homelessness charity
Donations have been made through an interest donation option
Fate of more than 11,000 new Leicestershire homes to take big step forward
Concerns about infrastructure in the area have been raised
How BAM planned the demolition of Gateshead flyover in 4D
BAM UK & Ireland and Thompsons of Prudhoe faced a challenge with planning the demolition of Gateshead Highway flyover. 4D visualisation and planning were key to overcoming the challenge, reveals BAM's Ben Thompson. The post How BAM planned the demolition of Gateshead flyover in 4D appeared first on Construction Management.
Meet the prisoners building homes
CM talks to prisoners from HMP North Sea Camp about their work for a modular housing company The post Meet the prisoners building homes appeared first on Construction Management.
Beach hut in sought-after 'Cheshire-on-sea' on sale for £200,000
An average house in Wales costs the same amount
Sisk picked for two Gehry-designed buildings at Battersea Power Station
Battersea Power Station has awarded Sisk the contract to build two new buildings designed by Gehry Partners. The post Sisk picked for two Gehry-designed buildings at Battersea Power Station appeared first on Construction Management.
New CIOB president to champion climate literacy, resilience and sustainability
Sustainable construction expert Saul Humphrey says members have a big role to play in responding to climate pressures. The post New CIOB president to champion climate literacy, resilience and sustainability appeared first on Construction Management.
Reducing requisitions: building a culture of excellence at Attwells
How Attwells solicitors reduced avoidable requisitions through leadership, culture change and smart use of HM Land Registry resources.
Three London councils sue Sadiq Khan over affordable housing quota cut
Councils say cutting the quota from 35% to 20% would hurt their ability to deliver housing amid a homelessness crisis. The post Three London councils sue Sadiq Khan over affordable housing quota cut appeared first on Construction Management.
Ballard to pay £300m for GeoPura
Canadian fuel cell specialist Ballard Power Systems will acquire British power solutions provider GeoPura. The UK company, which has been establishing a position in construction site hydrogen-fuelled power supply, will receive £82.5m in cash and around 50.8 million in newly issued shares in Ballard, with a further £27.5m linked to post-deal targets.
Planning Inspectorate webinars
Discover and register for Planning Inspectorate webinars.
Major heatwave mistake that's making you hotter - not cooler
Temperatures will soar to almost 40C in the UK this week
Surprising mistake that's keeping you warm and not cool during heatwave
Temperatures across the UK are set to reach almost 40C
Royal Mail issues urgent message as Midlands postcodes face late deliveries
The delivery firm has said some of its deliveries may "take a little longer"
Best time to water plants in summer heatwaves - morning vs evening explained
Watering the garden at the ideal time helps keeps your plants healthy and hydrated even when it's scorching.
Live tables on local government finance
The latest data tables on local government finance.
Short-term lets through online collaborative economy platforms, UK: July 2023 to December 2025
Number of guest nights, nights, and stays for short-term lets offered via online collaborative economy platforms from July 2023 to December 2025.
Deaths registered weekly in England and Wales, provisional: week ending 12 June 2026
Provisional number of deaths registered in England and Wales in the latest weeks.
Megan Greene's CV and questionnaire for the Treasury Select Committee
Published for the Treasury Select Committee
Graham to deliver 3,200 homes in Lincoln
Graham has been appointed by the City of Lincoln Council to design and construct the next phase of its Charterholme project, which aims to deliver 3,200 new homes.
Portakabin HQ for Workdry group
Portakabin will deliver a three-storey office building for the Workdry Group's headquarters in Hampshire, using 66 bespoke modules and aiming to demonstrate modern methods of construction (MMoC) techniques.
Amey launches long lasting barriers with Hill & Smith VRS
Amey has partnered with Hill & Smith VRS to launch an innovative barrier system on National Highways maintenance projects that promises to reduce the need for repairs and reduce roadworks.
United Infrastructure, SoilDri partner for AMP8 delivery
United Infrastructure and SoilDri have formed a national innovation partnership, focused on infrastructure delivery and soil reuse, targeted at AMP8 projects.
Procedure guide for new local plan system published
The Planning Inspectorate has published its procedure guide for local plan examinations under the new local plan system.
FMB pilot aims to build pipeline of site-ready tradespeople
A pilot training programme designed by builders to tackle the construction industry's skills shortage has celebrated the graduation of its first cohort of learners. The post FMB pilot aims to build pipeline of site-ready tradespeople appeared first on Construction Management.
Pagabo launches Community Impact Awards to recognise social value in construction
Procurement specialist Pagabo has launched a new awards programme celebrating projects that deliver lasting social value and positive outcomes for communities in the UK. The post Pagabo launches Community Impact Awards to recognise social value in construction appeared first on Construction Management.
SkillBuild finalists to compete for national construction skills titles
The finalists for this year's SkillBuild National Finals have been announced, with the UK's top construction trainees set to compete across 10 trades in November. Around 700 students took part… The post SkillBuild finalists to compete for national construction skills titles appeared first on Construction Management.
My CEnv career: 'To solve problems, we have to be involved'
Chartered environmentalist Dylan Harvey tells CM People how a passion for problem-solving evolved into a career focused on embedding sustainability in construction projects. The post My CEnv career: 'To solve problems, we have to be involved' appeared first on Construction Management.
Failed property company lost £800,000 of taxpayer money - and will now be wound up
Council assets will now be put on the market
Dozens of homes could replace landmark riding school as new plans emerge
Residents fear an 'important part' of the area's history could be lost
Sale Ready service launched to meet government reform proposals
The government's radical proposals want to cut fall throughs and speedd sales
Renters Rights Act webinar for agents - free, today
It's organised by Rightmove
Agency confirms redundancy talks with 90 staff
The company has confirmed the consultation is under way.
Tenants can't find right homes, even if they can afford to move
The analysis comes from LRG's tenant and landlord survey
Lettings chief warns against ongoing political upheaval
Seven Prime Ministers in 10 years and a revolving door of housing ministers
EPC changes coming this year and compulsory from 2030
The new assessment will major on heat retention
Agency outgrows first office within three years of launch
It's a sign that customers prefer independent agencies to corporates - claim
Burnham Boom? buy to let investors cash in on Manchester popularity
The analysis comes from the Property Buying Company
Property management fees rise significantly over past decade
The increase is over 50% in places
House prices lose out, 10 years on from Brexit vote
Overall, the economy has lost 6% of growth - and some say 8%
Public toilets to become estate agency office (cue jokes...)
The loos were closed after council spending cuts
When leasehold flat owners are being treated as second-class citizens | Letters
Readers respond to an article on a campaign that is fighting to end the leasehold system in England and WalesI read your article about the National Leasehold Campaign and the problems associated with owning a leasehold property ('The developers got greedy': the women who took on the leasehold scandal - and won, 16 June). I fully understand the financial costs of leasehold, be it ground rent, manag
Official Statistics: Planning Inspectorate statistical release 30 July 2026
Statistical release, data tables and charts - covering appeal and specialist casework: timeliness of decision making & volume of casework. Also included are the number of Inspectors. This is the expanded quarterly release which includes analysis of S78 appeals in the bulletin and additional tables in the accompanying Excel file.
Foxes will never raid your bins if you place 1 common kitchen item on top
A binman has shared a simple trick that may help keep foxes and seagulls away from your bins - and it involves something you probably already have in your kitchen
Dog owners warned to avoid making '11am to 3pm' mistake during 35C heatwave
A warning has been issued to dog owners as the UK experiences a heatwave
Homeowners across UK given 'one-week warning' to 'make change'
People need to act quickly before the energy price cap rises again
UK households could save £316 by making 'change' before July 1
People need to act quickly before the energy price cap rises again
UK households told to hang one item in windows to keep homes cool
Brits are being urged to stay indoors and stay cool as temperatures soar this week
Manchester United acquires land for UK's biggest arena
The club acquired a 25-acre site 350m north-west of the current stadium from Indurent. The post Manchester United acquires land for UK's biggest arena appeared first on Construction Management.
National Housing Bank appoints four industry leaders to executive team
Quartet of highly experienced leaders join bank on a mission to accelerate housing delivery though purpose-led finance
Scotland wants a connected digital estate after £7.5bn of BIM success
With BIM adopted on £7.5bn of projects, Scottish Futures Trust and Okana have set out a plan for Scotland to develop a connected digital estate, making the most of the whole-life value of information management. The post Scotland wants a connected digital estate after £7.5bn of BIM success appeared first on Construction Management.
Official Statistics: Planning Inspectorate: ad hoc analysis and statistics
The Planning Inspectorate issued seven ad hoc statistical release from March 2020 to December 2020, one management release in December 2022, one in March 2026 and one in June 2026
Family grow year's worth of fruit and vegetables are gobsmacked by results
The family showcased a year's worth of fruit and vegetables which grew entirely in their back garden. And people were also speechless by the incredible results...
Abandoned Devon village being reclaimed by nature in eerie photos - but homes still stand
A series of images by local photographer John H Luxton captures the eerie desolation of New Quay, Devon's ghost hamlet abandoned over 80 years ago
Lettings agency pays dearly for failing to protect clients' money
Homelet PMS Ltd, a letting agent operating, has paid a £15,000 civil penalty for failing to comply with legal requirements to protect clients' money. Action was taken under Regulation 3 of the Client Money Protection Schemes for Property Agents (Requirement to Belong to a Scheme etc.) Regulations 2019, which require all letting agents in England […]
Industry heavyweight to lead agency 'towns and cities' expansion
The new director comes to Strutt & Parker after almost a decade at Knight Frank
Renters Rights Act dismissed as having little effect - so far
The claim comes from Foxtons
Agents pledge to work with new PM over housing
There is much left to do, says Propertymark
Agents' data suggests prime London lettings market improving
The data comes from agents working with the consultancy LonRes
Government housing reforms backed by big Build To Rent player
Lloyds has 7,750 homes in 55 locations
Kier wins next construction phase of Bridgwater Tidal Barrier
The Environment Agency and Somerset Council have awarded a £101m contract to Kier for the Bridgwater Tidal Barrier. The post Kier wins next construction phase of Bridgwater Tidal Barrier appeared first on Construction Management.
Homeowner shares renovation decision that keeps her cool in heatwave - not aircon
UK homeowner Dee Bassi has showcased the one aspect of her property's renovation that ensures her family will be keeping cool during the record-breaking June heatwave
Postwar homeowners should acknowledge their good fortune | Letters
Michael Pyke says those sitting on piles of unearned wealth should be willing to help out a less fortunate generation Your correspondent asserts that the increase in the value of his house since he bought it "just about covers all associated costs over that time" (Letters, 15 June). If that is true he has been remarkably unlucky. A house bought in 1965 for £3,500 would now be worth around £87,500
Bins will stop smelling in hot weather if 1 kitchen item is placed inside
As the UK heatwave continues, there's a simple cleaning method you can use to prevent your bins from smelling. You just need a simple kitchen item to pull it off
Bouygues prepares to build major new hospital on Jersey
Bouygues UK has signed the main works contract and been appointed lead contractor for the Overdale Acute Hospital project. The post Bouygues prepares to build major new hospital on Jersey appeared first on Construction Management.
HM Land Registry training hub
Quick and easy access to guidance and training materials to help you prepare and submit high-quality applications and use HM Land Registry services.
Map shows if your home is at risk of collapsing in heatwave as worst areas listed
A new subsidence risk map has been created to help homeowners identify the worst-affected areas as the UK heatwave raises property insurance fears
Rights of way order information: Decisions and maps published in 2026
Decisions and maps for rights of way orders published within 2026
Improvements to the local government measure of intermediate consumption in the National Accounts: Blue Book 2026
Improvements to our methods for measuring local government intermediate consumption (P.2), to be incorporated in the 2026 annual National Accounts.
Improvements to private actual and imputed rentals in household expenditure in UK National Accounts, Blue Book 2026
Improvements made to private actual and imputed rentals methods and sources to be implemented in the Blue Book 2026 dataset.
Incorporating the Annual Survey of Goods and Services into the UK National Accounts, Blue Book: 2026
How the 2026 UK National Accounts will integrate Annual Survey of Goods and Services (ASGS) data to enhance the understanding of production by industries in the service sector.
Looking ahead - developments in public sector finance statistics: 2026
What the Office for National Statistics sees as areas for future development in the public sector finance statistics.
Procedural guide for Examinations and Gateways under the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026
The procedures the Planning Inspectorate will follow when conducting gateway assessments and examinations of local plans.
Bank of England launches policy statement and draft rules on regulating systemic stablecoins
The Bank of England has today published its policy statement and draft Code of Practice (rules) for systemic stablecoin issuers.
Landlords now face £7,000 fines with new rules from Monday
Councils have been given more powers to protect people who rent their homes
Moss and algae will disappear from patios if cleaned with 1 simple item gardeners love
A cleaning expert has shared how to remove stubborn patio stains without the need for a pressure washer, and gardening experts agree.
Huge Ely science facility hits the market for £4.5 million
It has been described as a "rare opportunity" for a research-led occupier to acquire
Gardeners urged to leave watermelon in the garden in June
It might sound strange, but there's an important reason for it
Leicestershire village college site set for to auction with £220,000 guide price
The site has scope for 'future redevelopment' according to auctioneers
Major housing plan that straddles to Nottinghamshire borders one step closer to reality
It has taken some time for authorities to sign off on agreements
Tomato plants will grow tastier fruit faster if you add 1 natural scrap item to the soil
One gardener shared a natural homemade fertiliser for tomato plants that her grandmother swore by - and it couldn't be simpler to make.
Lawns will be green and healthy if gardeners do 1 simple task during summer
Mowing your lawn at the wrong time during a heatwave can stress the grass, cause yellowing and increase moisture loss, leaving your lawn vulnerable to drought and yellow patches
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25 articlesAsset Purchase Facility: Gilt Sales - Market Notice 19 June 2026
This Market Notice sets out the schedule for sales in Q3 2026 of gilts held in the Asset Purchase Facility (APF) for monetary policy purposes.
Tables on homelessness
The latest data tables on homelessness.
Accessibility statement for the appeals casework portal
This accessibility statement applies to content published on the acp.planninginspectorate.gov.uk domain.
Local plans: the examination process legacy system
The local plan examination process and the role the Planning Inspectorate plays.
May 2026 Transaction Data
This data provides information about the number and types of applications that HM Land Registry completed in May 2026.
Live tables on housing supply: indicators of new supply
The latest data tables on housing supply: indicators of new supply.
Historical and discontinued planning live tables
Historical and discontinued tables on planning applications.
Live tables on planning application statistics
Live tables for statistics on planning applications at national and local planning authority level.
Public opinions and social trends, Great Britain: May 2026
Social insights on daily life, including cost of living, goods shortages, and worries about international conflict, from the Opinions and Lifestyle Survey (OPN).
What the proposed homebuying reforms could mean for you
The post What the proposed homebuying reforms could mean for you appeared first on Property news.
Homes for sale in former schools in England and Scotland - in pictures
From a one-room village school transformed into a five-bedroom rural pile to a flat in a grand Victorian building in London Continue reading...
PRA sets out adjustments to its market risk internal model approach under Basel 3.1
The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has today published a consultation on the internal model approach to market risk (IMA), which represents the final piece of Basel 3.1's implementation in the UK.
Minutes of the Meeting of the Court of Directors held on 23 April 2026
The Bank's Court of Directors acts as a unitary board, setting the organisation's strategy and budget and taking key decisions on resourcing and appointments. Required to meet a minimum seven times per year, it has five executive members from the Bank and up to nine non-executive members.
Transcript of the Governor's pooled broadcast interview given on 18 June 2026
Following the publication of the Monetary Policy Summary and minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting
Local land charges news
All the local land charges news in one place.
Bank Rate maintained at 3.75% - June 2026 Monetary Policy Summary and Minutes
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee is responsible for making decisions about Bank Rate.
Local plans: the examination process legacy and new system
The local plan examination process and the role the Planning Inspectorate plays.
Local plans: the examination process, new local plan system (2026 regulations)
The local plan examination process using the new local plan system (2026 regulations) and the role the Planning Inspectorate plays.
HM Land Registry estimated completion timeframes
Completion timeframes for HM Land Registry applications.
Most popular UK commuter towns for buyers 2026
The post Most popular UK commuter towns for buyers 2026 appeared first on Property news.
Announcement of the publication of the Governor's interview transcript
Statement from the Bank of England
UK House Price Index for April 2026
The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
UK House Price Index: data downloads April 2026
Download aggregated data behind the UK House Price Index (UK HPI), in CSV format.
HM Land Registry first registrations
Information and guidance on first registrations.
'The developers got greedy': the women who took on the leasehold scandal - and won
Katie Kendrick, Cath Williams and Jo Darbyshire were subject to tens of thousands of pounds of hidden costs as their new-build freeholds soared in value, making their homes unsellable. Their campaign could finally end the 'feudal' system in England and WalesWhen a leaflet about leasehold injustice landed on Cath Williams' doorstep in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, nearly a decade ago, she barely gave i
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