There is evidence that house builders both nationally and regionally are taking a more cautious approach than they did in 2017/18.

The planning system continues to be very frustrating. Any scheme will be subject to detailed appraisal by the local authority and this involves a complicated and expensive process.

This is, of course, an enormous category. Quite simply, very high quality investments with a Blue Chip tenant still sell and command good values because they represent safety and long term security more than, say, cash or equities…

Housing Associations continue to be well supported by Homes England in terms of grant for both affordable renting and shared ownership.

A new government indicated that it wishes to support investment in the northern part of the country and particularly the industrial areas …..

The position here is in something of a state of flux because the new Social Housing Development has not yet been fully adopted…..

The carbon footprint of property from a large office block to a single house…