Insight
Selected industry experts bring you insight and expert advice, across a range of sectors.
What does your brand colour say about you?
As humans, we’re highly exploitable. Visuals can be carefully crafted to help brands jive with their target audience.
Will good governance be a casualty of the devolution drive?
It’s clear the government is keen to show progress on the devolution agenda ahead of next year’s expected general election. While Rishi Sunak’s five pledges are proving elusive, Michael Gove is trying to show that the government is still capable of doing at least something.
Measuring marketing impact in the built environment
Ever wondered if your marketing budget is working for you? Learn how to measure your impact and reach your marketing goals in this short blog.
Build-to-Rent or Rent-to-Live?
With data for Q1 2023 showing a slowdown in BTR growth nationally compared to the long-term average, does more need to be done to change the image of a sector often misunderstood by politicians?
Seeds of change – a retrospective on Housing 2023
The past three days have been eye-opening to say the least. Here is a quick rundown of our biggest talking points from the conference.
Yeehaw – the resurgence of rating cowboys
Business rates has a bit of a grubby reputation because of the sharp practices and heavy-handed client management by certain ‘specialists’.
Non-Domestic Rating Bill: breaking down the changes, part two
The Bill introduces new rules on a variety of points identified through consultation, including relief on improvements made to a building.
Stepping up in the built environment: the power of thought leadership
In our industry, silence isn't golden. Staying quiet on the pressing issues that shape our world is no longer a viable option.
Non-Domestic Rating Bill: breaking down the changes, part one
The big story in rating at the moment is the Non-Domestic Rating Bill that’s making its way through parliament.
Shaping the built environment with AI
In the near future, familiarity with the technology will be a pre-requisite of any professional job role.
The politics of Green Belt
Labour will "back the builders not blockers" by building more homes on Green Belt land and bringing back housing target, according to party leader Sir Keir Starmer.
Riding the UKREiiF wave: a debrief of the 2023 conference
There was an undeniable buzz reverberating throughout the conference as it celebrated its burgeoning growth, doubling in size from the previous year.
Achieving the best possible BREEAM score
There are now several sustainability performance assessments for buildings, and while BREEAM is not currently mandatory, it is becoming increasingly important with authorities.
Local Elections 2023: What we know so far
Oh, how I miss the halcyon days of yore when all election results were counted overnight. Here are my top three takeaways on the early results across the North of England.
Branding a business for sale
There are lots of reasons for making an investment in your business’ brand, and it’s usually for growth. However, more and more, we are approached by business leaders looking for help in preparing for their exit, whether that’s for sale, an MBO, or employee ownership.
Poll gives strong basis for renewable developer investment
The support for renewables cuts across political lines, with more than three-quarters of Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democrat voters supporting solar, onshore wind, and offshore wind farms in their local area.
Building a strong brand: laying foundations for success
In design and construction, the importance of strong foundations cannot be overstated. They tend to make up 10% of a project's cost, but account for 90% of its risk. This concept extends far beyond just buildings.
What do local elections nominations tell us about the parties?
Six councils in Greater Manchester will be having 'all out' elections due to boundary changes. These are Bolton, Oldham, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan.
Beggars can be choosers in marketing
It's a chicken and egg scenario. What comes first? The marketing strategy that helps you bring in more revenue? Or the revenue that helps you afford the marketing?
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