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Barratt Homes has laid the foundations for the first properties at its brand-new development in the historic town of Halifax.

Issue 138 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue features full coverage of our Apartment Adviser Awards, including a complete list of the 2025 winners, highlights from the evening, and a fantastic gallery of event photos capturing the celebrations.

Essex-based Chartered Surveyors, Cheke & Co, have compiled expert insights into a guide to help homebuyers make informed decisions about subsidence - from understanding what it is, to help with identifying what it means for a property and steps to take in order to protect yourself.

Barratt London’s Wembley Park Gardens development has been awarded Reconomy’s ‘Think Circular’ award for its dedication towards circularity in construction and efforts to reduce waste in the built environment. 

Leading property management agent Rendall & Rittner has appointed Pam Chang as its new Chief Financial Officer. Pam joins the company’s Board of Directors and will play a pivotal role in supporting the continued growth of the business while enhancing its financial and client service operations.Pam brings over two decades of financial leadership experience across global professional services, financial services and real estate sectors. She previously held senior roles within international property and faci

The Renters’ Rights Bill, currently in the reporting stage in the House of Lords, is expected to be enacted by late 2025. The Bill will overhaul the private rented sector (PRS), aiming to increase the rights of tenants and ‘level the playing field’.

The Renters’ Rights Bill continues its progress through Parliament and, once passed, will bring one of the biggest shake-ups the private rented sector has seen in years.

Principle Estate Management, which was founded by Brett Williams in Birmingham just seven years ago, has been named UK Managing Agent of the Year at a prestigious national industry awards ceremony. From a one-man start up, the business now operates nationally with offices in Birmingham, London and the north west, managing over 25,000 units, a 25% jump in the last six months. Principle now employs 100 staff with the recruitment recently of senior business development manager James Neale and Jaime Duffy ove

Essex property group, Beresfords, is delighted to announce its appointment as the exclusive selling agent for Templar Green, an exceptional new collection of homes in the village of Cressing, Essex. 

The Government has published an open consultation titled “Strengthening Leaseholder Protections over Charges and Services,” which runs until 26 September 2025.

Leading commercial property and asset management specialists Estama have announced a series of senior appointments to their growing team. 

National planning and development consultancy Lichfields has announced 11 promotions across its UK office network, including Tara Johnston (London) and Alex Davies (Manchester), who have both been promoted to Associate Director.