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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

The Labour Party’s historic General Election victory offers an opportunity to tackle the UK’s housing crisis, both in terms of building new homes but also upgrading the ones we have, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, commented: “The election of the new Labour Government offers a fresh start to get Britain building. Labour’s pledge to build 1.5 million new houses over the next five years, and upgrade five million existing homes, are ambitious targets but

With the general election winner now fully clear, all eyes will be on the Labour Party regarding their initial manifesto pledges. Currently there is a myriad of challenges within the housing sector and it’s vital that current issues are acknowledged and addressed head on across the next parliamentary term.   Sustainable housing is the foundation for both a strong economy and many thriving communities across the UK, and this must play as a key priority within any government strategy from day one. Propert

Principle Estate Management has recruited an experienced property professional with nearly 30 years’ experience in the property sector as the company continues its expansion. Neelam Samra joins principle as an associate director who will oversee key management functions including property managers and property assistants from the company’s head office in Birmingham. Her appoint follows Principle’s new contract to help look after more than 4,000 homes on the prestigious Calthorpe Estate in Birmingham. That

A nationwide survey conducted by Leaders Romans Group has captured landlords’ and tenants’ growing anxieties about the potential impact of the upcoming election on the private rental market (PRS). The results reveal significant concerns over proposed rent controls, property taxes, and regulatory changes, urging political leaders to consider the far-reaching implications of their policies. The survey, which gathered responses from over 1,200 landlords and tenants across England and Wales, highlights a prev

Essex-based law firm Birkett Long has elevated its presence in Basildon, Essex, by moving to a new office on the sixth floor of Phoenix House. Having opened in Basildon in 2011, this move aligns with Birkett Long's growth strategy. It aims to strengthen its regional footprint, particularly in South Essex, furthering its objectives to sustain its position as the leading Essex-based law firm providing excellent service for all, by all, all of the time. David Cant, Partner and Director of Business Developmen

Share your experience to help shape the future of property management. The Voice of the Property Manager 2024 survey captures the valued views and experiences of property management professionals, helping to identify trends and opportunities and drive actionable insights to support the future of the sector. The survey is open until 14 July to anyone in property management, and the results will be published in the MRI Voice of Property Management Report 2024. Respondents will receive a free copy of the rep