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As the general election results come to a close, The Property Institute (TPI) extends its congratulations to the Labour Party on their resounding landslide victory. This pivotal moment marks the beginning of a new chapter for our nation, and we wish our new Government every success. TPI will work with the new Government to advance the property management sector and improve practices and policies for the wider housing market. The Labour Party's support for key legislation, such as the Building Safety Act

With a historic majority for Keir Starmer and the Labour Party, there can be no doubt over which party will be shaping the future of housing for the next five years. But, after a manifesto that was light on specific private rented sector policy details – agents, landlords and tenants all need more clarity about the private rented sector pledges Labour has made. Throughout the campaign, Labour has made it clear that housing is a priority. There’s no doubt that some of the party’s big pledges around plannin

On balance, a stable new government with a large majority is good news for the sales market. Labour’s costed spending plans, coupled with new Chancellor Rachel Reeve’s prior experience at the Bank of England, will help reassure markets and investors that economic stability will be prioritised. These factors should play well with the money and housing markets, helping to stabilise or even lower the cost of borrowing through lower interest rates – factors that will help stimulate the post-election sales mar

Planning: We expect there to be immediate changes to the planning system which will allow for some flexibility at an early stage in the first year.  This includes changes to the NPPF and NPPG.  The re-introduction to mandatory housing targets which will enable confidence in the market and contribute to the 1.5 million homes which are said to be developed in the next parliament. There will be amendments to the green belt policy which could see the easing of VSC and exceptional circumstances requirements fo

In 2021 Countryside Partnerships and Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) formed a joint venture to provide 241 new homes at one of east London’s leading regeneration sites; Royal Albert Wharf (RAW), of which delivers 95 affordable homes (40%), as well as more than 1,500m2 of mixed-use space. Overview The development also provides a wide range of public realm benefits and improvements, including a new urban park to the south of Gallions Reach DLR station, containing children’s play areas and new and enhanced walkin

Lindsay Garratt, planning partner at Winckworth Sherwood, commented: “Labour’s decision not to include housing as one of its six key priorities in its election manifesto disappointed many in the sector – particularly given it’s such a vital factor in the health and success of the nation and the growth of the economy generally.  “It’s however being trailed that the new government will be unveiling housing policy, such as written ministerial statements and a revised NPPF, within days.  While this will ne

In light of the recent Labour Party landslide victory in the UK general election, James Needham, Director; Perry Jax, Marketing Manager; and Matthew Fawl, MD of Alesco — a leading property investment company, have provided their insights below surrounding what will the new Labour government mean for the housing industry? "Labour renews the Tories pledge of building 300,000 homes per year through the next parliament, an ambitious target which the Tories failed to meet. For Labour to be successful with this

Property group Beresfords has announced the appointment of Land Director Fraser Allen and Associate Director of New Homes Rob Twitchett. The appointments mark a milestone for the company as it continues its expansion of its senior team, and further strengthens its service capabilities to clients. Fraser joins Beresfords with more than 30 years of experience in land, sales, and development, and will be overseeing the delivery of the agent’s land division across its network of 17 branches, in Essex and Grea

The relationship between property managers and leaseholders has become increasingly strained in recent years, primarily due to heightened expectations, communication breakdowns, and the complexities of property management as a result of ever-increasing legislation. Leaseholders often feel neglected or inadequately informed, leading to dissatisfaction and mistrust. Meanwhile, property managers grapple with the challenges of maintaining transparency, ensuring timely responses, and efficiently handling a mul

In a nod to iconic British wartime photographer Roger Fenton, Barratt London has announced the launch of the Fenton Apartments at Eastman Village – offering a selection of one, two- and three-bedroom apartments to prospective buyers, situated in the heart of a top London redevelopment area. The developer is also announcing the opening of a 6.2-acre green link which will connect Eastman Village to nearby Headstone Manor. Located on the site of the former Kodak film factory, Eastman Village is part of a lar

The Association for Rental Living (ARL) welcomes the Labour Party and its leader, Sir Kier Starmer, as the new government of the UK following the results of the General Election held on 4th July 2024. As the representative body for the institutionally backed, professionally managed rental living sector, the ARL welcomes Labour’s manifesto pledges to take swift action to address key housing issues including building more homes and recruiting new planning officers. However, the severe lack of high-quality r

Responding to Labour’s election victory, John Tonkiss, CEO of McCarthy Stone, the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities said: “We congratulate Sir Keir Starmer MP and the Labour party on their victory, but the hard work starts now. “Labour must use its mandate to ensure older people are no longer the forgotten part of the policy debate, particularly when it comes to housing and care. Many of those aged 75 and over want to move somewhere better suited to their changing needs, but too