AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHousing Supply Pressure: Labour’s plan for 1.5m homes faces a workforce crunch: research says it needs 300 construction workers a day, but delivery is falling by about 200 a day. Renter Rights Backlash: In Northumberland, a Conservative councillor argues the Renters’ Rights Act is pushing landlords to sell, worsening rural rental shortages. Major Commercial Deal: SEGRO has agreed a £14bn takeover by US rival Prologis, with completion expected in 2027—reshaping ownership of Slough Trading Estate, Europe’s biggest trading estate under single ownership. Planned Investment Contracts: Orbit has published a multi-year procurement for Midlands, South and East England property/home improvement, remediation and major projects worth up to £1.435bn over 15 years. Local Market Watch: A Guardian/Savills-backed list highlights UK cities where young workers can rent, save and buy—Cardiff makes the top 10. Development & Regeneration: Liverpool’s former Norton Scrap site is moving toward redevelopment, with proposals including residential towers plus hotel and offices. Hospitality Asset Sales: The Burn How Garden Hotel in the Lake District is up for sale for nearly £2m after 50 years with the same family.
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