In the Industry News category you can expect to find articles relating to all aspects of the UK commercial property market. These can be humorous as well as serious giving readers a wide variety of material to choose from.
For some time now it has been clear that town centres and high streets have been failing to attract the custom they once did. Even when inclement weather is not playing a role in keeping the nation’s consumers indoors, the discounted prices of internet... Read More
Commercial property market conditions in Basingstoke are expected to gradually improve in 2013. This is the prediction of London Clancy director Mark Clancy, who is predicting an increase in business confidence as well as companies taking action on investment... Read More
But demand increases for office and industrial space The difficulties facing the high street are familiar to everyone. However, while this is largely an issue for all towns and cities, some are struggling more than others with areas in the north feeling the... Read More
The London office market has seen many ups and downs over the last few years. But what were the highlights for 2012? Knight Frank gave their analysis during an event at the Dorchester Hotel earlier this week. A summary of the highlights is shown... Read More
Commercial properties are usually split into four asset types; short leased prime, long leased prime, short leased secondary and long leased secondary properties. The groups relate to location and the state that the property is in. For example a shop located... Read More
As we have previously reported the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) has announced a relaxation of legislation allowing for the conversion of offices into homes without the need to seek planning permission. The government believes that... Read More
Investment volumes in the European commercial property market rose to almost 44 billion euros in the last quarter of 2012, according to property consultants Cushman and Wakefield. This figure represents the highest quarterly showing since 2007. Moscow had... Read More
Many commercial property investors have seen the value of their portfolios fall significantly over the past five years. Since the onset of the global economic crisis in 2007 investors have witnessed average falls of 11.4 per cent, while some have lost as much... Read More
New commercial properties which are built in Scotland could be eligible for some or all of their business rates cut from April 2013. The move comes after the Scottish Government unveiled the plans to encourage development in Scottish cities. The scheme... Read More
In times gone by, the high street played a central role in the employment and social opportunities for the majority of British people. Teenagers spent most of their free time and money wandering in and out of shops, while for many people the first stop for a... Read More
In this section we carry articles covering a diversity of topics. You will find news about supermarket commercial property expansions alongside the results of customer service surveys.
We also take a look at how businesses can benefit from sporting events, public holidays and spells of good weather. On the other hand we ask how they might cope with transport problems or industrial action.
Together with these stories you will find articles on dogs in the workplace, the stress reducing qualities of office plants and the reasons for our expanding waistlines. So if you want your commercial property news to contain a little variety, this is the page for you.
