AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDriveway/EV shake-up: A new England driveway rule is now in force, with ministers saying it “will make big difference,” while the wider EV push continues as the home chargepoint grant rises to £500 from April. Heatwave home risks: With temperatures climbing, experts warn that common garden mistakes—especially leaving items like barbecues on artificial grass—can cause permanent damage and costly replacements. Leasehold squeeze: New data shows leasehold homes are taking far longer to sell and are more likely to sell for a loss, with buyers wary of service charges and cladding issues. Manchester building limbo: Investigations continue into Beetham Tower’s long-running glass façade repair bill, with leaseholders still facing uncertainty and potential costs. Local planning watch: Public notices include a Watford-area estate proposal and other licensing/footpath updates, keeping pressure on housing delivery and neighbourhood change.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.