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JPC continues growth with family law team

#TeamJPC are immensely proud to welcome a new lawyer our expanding Family Team which was established 3 years ago.MONIKA BRAR, Associate Solicitor, Dispute Resolution – Family TeamMonika is an Associate Solicitor within the Dispute Resolution Team specialising in Family Law and brings with her the ability to make clients feel empowered during what is often an extremely stressful and emotional time.Monika is a collaborative and empathetic lawyer always willing to go above and beyond to ensure her clients re

Right to Manage

The qualifying criteria opens up new opportunities for leaseholders but presents challenges too says Mark Chick, director of ALEP and a Partner at Bishop & Sewell LLP

The FirstPort Group launches AI-powered smart buildings platform

The FirstPort Group, is pleased to announce the pilot launch of its own AI-powered Smart Buildings Platform, which will monitor the functionality, safety and energy efficiency of complex properties, and trouble-shoot issues in real time. 

PMAS Joins TPI – A Stronger Voice for Property Management

Following an overwhelming vote in favour of a merger proposal on Friday March 7th, members of The Property Managers Association Scotland (PMAS) have approved joining The Property Institute (TPI).

Council-Owned Flats to Undergo £1.3m in Repairs

More than £1 million will be spent on essential repairs for six blocks of council-owned flats following the discovery of structural and fabric defects. The affected properties, located on the Bermuda Terrace Estate off Histon Road, were built in the 1970s and are owned by Cambridge City Council, which is under Labour control.

Trail Group Wins Outstanding Contribution to the Community Award

Construction and fire safety specialist, Trail Group, has won a major award for its contribution to the community, in recognition of the delivery of an expanded range of services to improve the quality and safety of social housing and its exceptional record of supporting local communities and charities across the Southeast.

Trail Group Appoints Minor Works Division Manager

Trail Group has appointed Darren Vince as Minor Works Division Manager as part of its ongoing expansion. This is a new role to head up a team of multi-trades specialists to deliver responsive repair and maintenance works for Trail’s social landlord clients

Barratt London unveils new bold Bermondsey Heights show home

In collaboration with Dapa Atelier, Barratt London has launched a new one-bedroom show home designed with SE1’s creative residents in mind. Future homeowners can now take a step inside Barratt London’s Bermondsey Heights to get a taste of life at the Zone 2 development in south-east London.

Government reforms set to drive growth in BEMS sector in 2025

In less than 12 months in power, the Labour government has already suggested and implemented significant reforms and regulatory changes that are set to have a major impact on the building energy management systems (BEMS) sector. These changes underscore the importance of industry leaders working alongside Westminster officials to shape policy moving forward.

Heat Networks: Seek advice now before major regulation changes

In 2025, major changes are coming to the heat network sector, with the new regulations set to have a huge impact on the design, operation, and management of heat networks across the UK. Whitecode Consulting’s Managing Director Alex Hill underlines the importance of these new regulations and why building owners and managing agents need to seek independent advice to ensure their heat networks comply.

Peabody announces new Chief Investment Officer

Phil Jenkins, Peabody’s Executive Director of Development, has been appointed Chief Investment Officer (effective 1 April 2025). He will lead a new Investment directorate focused on both Peabody residents’ existing homes and the new ones the group plans to build.

MRI Software Earns Spot on G2’s 2025 Best Software Awards

PropTech firm’s global growth continues to drive industry-leading innovation for clients.

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