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Estate management specialist MetroPM has been appointed to look after a residential development in a commuter town just 20 miles from London. The new contract is to manage 19 flats in Acorn Close and Ashwood Place, in Slough, Berkshire on behalf of a national freeholder client. The development, which was constructed in 2007 by Countryside Properties, needed swift action from a property management specialist to tackle outstanding maintenance issues. Henry Arnold, the property manager at MetroPM dealing wit

Following the government’s introduction of the traffic light system for foreign travel, much uncertainty still remains about which countries are likely to appear on which list and how long they will stay on a particular list.  At the time of writing, anyone travelling to a green list country is not required to quarantine on their return, but anyone travelling to an amber or red list country (which the government advises against unless it is essential), has to quarantine either at home or in a quarantine h

Burrington Estates has appointed David Jervis, the former head of Spitfire Bespoke Homes, to lead its expansion into the Midlands as it embarks on an ambitious growth plan. The Exeter-based residential and commercial developer has grown into a thriving business in the South West with a turnover of £70m in 2020. It is now seeking to replicate the success of its housebuilding business in the Midlands and Central England with David spearheading the new division. David has a strong track record in initiating

Danielle Cox, Assistant Property Manager at Remus Management receives Certificate of Commendation from Thames Valley Police for life-saving actions Danielle Cox, Assistant Property Manager at our Remus Reading office has been awarded a ‘Special Commendation’ by Thames Valley Police for an act of extreme courage in assisting with the rescue of a neighbour during a violent assault. The swift actions of Danielle and her partner were deemed by police officers and medics who attended the incident as lifesaving

Ringley Group, one of the UK’s leading residential property consultancies, has secured the UK’s largest apartment complex to be managed by leaseholders as a franchisee client.  The Century Wharf Estate in Cardiff is formed of 945 apartments and houses spread across 19 buildings. In 2011, leaseholders on the estate started legal action to take over responsibility for the management of the buildings from the freeholders - under a process known as Right to Manage (RTM) - and in 2014 took formal control. Cent

Rendall and Rittner is celebrating after landing an internationally-recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards. Rendall and Rittner has received a RoSPA Highly Commended Health and Safety Award for  its approach to managing its staff and the buildings within its portfolio and adoption of H&S initiatives.  In addition the award recognises Rendall and Rittner’s participation in and taking the lead on H&S activities and challenges within the property sector. Organisations receiving a

Estate management specialist MetroPM has been appointed to look after 15 luxury residential units in a beautiful coastal resort in North Wales. The new contract is to manage Pen y Bont, a modern development with harbour and sea views that was built in the centre of Abersoch, on the Llŷn Peninsula, in around 2017. Ian Smallman, director of MetroPM which has offices in Birmingham and Cheltenham, said: “We’re delighted to have been asked to look after the Pen y Bont development, which is a luxury mix of prop

Next year, the government is to target its drive for take-up of home EV chargepoints at renters and leaseholders. The newly positioned EVHS scheme will fund 75% of installation costs, so property managers should plan ahead for charging infrastructure in their blocks while the money is available, says Jamie Willsdon. Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK are really taking off now. Despite the pandemic, last year saw the biggest annual increase in the number of registrations, with more than 175,000 ele

Principle Estate Management, the UK’s fastest growing residential management company, has appointed a new apprentice to join its customer services team. Seran Fitzpatrick, who has previously worked in the retail and hospitality sectors, initially joined on a day release training contract but has now started a full apprenticeship. She is one of three apprentices at Principle and was recruited via Protocol Consultancy Services, a training provider based in Birmingham, whose managing director Sue Tipton rece

“As Transparent Property Management turns 2 years old the team could not be prouder of how much they have achieved. Boasting an ever growing portfolio consisting of some unique developments and array of clients, Co funder Lewis Cassar MIRPM AssocRICS explains some key principles he believes paved the way to their rapid rise as a serious player in the industry. Clear ethos, nurturing culture and strong principles. The name Transparent Property Management  was born out of these ideals and a desire to take w

Issue 113 has now been published and is available to read online with lots of helpful and insightful articles. This issue includes a special enfranchisement feature guest edited by ALEP and much more. Contents MPs call for fund to cover costs of cladding removal ‘Gold standard’ broadband can transform buildings Why waking watches are not a waste of money A great starting point ahead of law changes - Preparing for the implementation of the Building Safety Bill Why it’s the right time to embrace new

Elevate Property Group is to hold an event solely for first time buyers at its Trent Bridge Quays riverside development in Nottingham. The development has been approved for the next tranche of Help to Buy (HTB) and Elevate wants to demonstrate to first time buyers just how affordable luxury living can be. Trent Bridge Quays offers the only new brand-new build waterside apartments on the river below Nottingham’s HTB regional threshold of £261,900. David Hofton, sales and marketing director of Elevate Prope