Editor’s comment: Looking for answers after Grenfell
Given that the response to the tragedy has already been found wanting, it was a relief to hear on Thursday the prime minister prioritise quick, incremental action.
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Central London lettings power ahead
Central London’s leasing market has seen a strong start to the year, with nearly 4.8m sq ft let in the first two quarters – a 10% increase on the previous year – despite Brexit uncertainty
Cardiff ‘must focus on investment for infrastructure’
Cardiff Question Time: More investment must be focused on infrastructure, according to Ken Poole, head of economic development at Cardiff council.
Comment: Affordable connectivity is the fifth utility
London’s £19bn tech sector is the largest in Europe. And it represents a major opportunity to unlock the capital’s enormous potential, writes Steven Bage.
Flagship demand reduces number of Oxford Street shops
The total store count on Oxford Street, W1, has decreased from 285 to 228 since 1993, primarily as a result of “knock-throughs” driven by retailer demand for large flagship units.
Anbang’s Wu steps down
The billionaire head of Chinese insurer Anbang has stepped down after being arrested by authorities
The Avenue achieves Wired Certified Platinum
AshbyCapital and Exemplar’s new office and retail building, The Avenue, W1T, has achieved a Wired Certified Platinum rating for its connectivity, the highest available.
£100m Old Oak sale to test ‘co-living’ market
The world’s largest “co-living” scheme at Old Oak Common in west London has been put up for sale for more than £100m, in what is being seen as a litmus test for the asset class.
A green light for Albert Dock
After a long period of negotiation with the UK authorities, a meticulous planning process and a protracted fundraising operation, Chinese developer ABP is at last starting work in Docklands
D&D Group sets its sights on expansion
D&D London’s Des Gunewardena has overseen the opening of some of London’s best-known restaurants. Now he’s looking for opportunities outside the capital, and across the pond
