UK Property

As we step into 2025, thoughts turn from what 2024 delivered to what the year ahead holds, and 2025 has the promise to be a pivotal one for the property market. From technological advancements and regulatory reforms to shifts in consumer confidence and economic conditions, the property sector has a changing landscape to navigate. So, what can we expect from the year ahead? Material information The introduction of material information requirements in property transactions marks a significant shift in how properties are bought and sold. Under new regulations, sellers must...

Matt Tebbutt, the British chef and presenter, is known for his work on a variety of shows including BBC's Saturday Kitchen and Good Food channel's Market Kitchen. And he may soon have another prestigious presenting job under his belt. There have been rumours that Matt is in 'advanced' talks with BBC bosses to replace Gregg Wallace on MasterChef.Before he found TV fame, Matt ran The Foxhunter in Nant-y-derry alongside his wife, but decided to step away to concentrate on his television career. In a previous interview with the Mirror, he...

Matt Tebbutt, the British chef and presenter, is known for his work on a variety of shows including BBC's Saturday Kitchen and Good Food channel's Market Kitchen. And he may soon have another prestigious presenting job under his belt. There have been rumours that Matt is in 'advanced' talks with BBC bosses to replace Gregg Wallace on MasterChef.Before he found TV fame, Matt ran The Foxhunter in Nant-y-derry alongside his wife, but decided to step away to concentrate on his television career. In a previous interview with the Mirror, he...

By Jack Bidgood, Co-founder, Thirdfort. The UK Government’s recent pledge to modernise the property market through digitalisation is a welcome step towards a more efficient home-buying process. The proposed reforms, aimed at streamlining transactions and reducing sales falling through, promise to bring much-needed improvements to an outdated system. Such Government backing is invaluable. In tandem, private sector innovation is driving the digital transformation of the housing market. (See the Government announcement here.) A System in Need of Overhaul Buying a home in the UK is a historically arduous process. The...

Couple badly beaten in Hua Hin property dispute end up being charged with assault and fined PUBLISHED : 13 Mar 2025 at 11:44   Small   Medium   Large Desmond and Mary Byrne came to Thailand in 2021 but found themselves caught up in a legal “nightmare” after a property dispute turned violent. Two British retirees who were badly beaten by neighbours after a property dispute in Hua Hin have been fined after being charged with assault for defending themselves.Desmond and Mary Byrne, of Middlesborough, pleaded guilty in a local...

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Private equity firms are circling the UK’s beleaguered listed real estate trusts. The interest could help breathe life into the sector after years of underperformance.Assura, which specialises in GP surgeries and other healthcare buildings, on Monday said it had received an indicative takeover proposal from KKR and Stonepeak Partners and was minded to recommend a deal. Meanwhile, Blackstone and Sixth Street have made several proposals for Warehouse Reit. Executives at other firms...

A Nigerian woman, June Ashimola who was falsely declared dead has appeared in court via videolink from Nigeria to prevent a convicted fraudster from taking over her £350,000 UK home. Ashimola was reportedly deceased in February 2019 in her home country, leading to a protracted legal battle over her estate. However, she presented herself before High Court judge John Linwood to assert that she was alive and the victim of an elaborate scam. The court heard that Ashimola initiated legal proceedings after being wrongly declared dead, allowing Power of Attorney...

Share Tweet Share Share Email In recent years, property investment in the United Kingdom has experienced a significant surge in popularity. This trend is driven by a combination of factors, including robust rental demand, regional growth opportunities, and evolving market dynamics. As we navigate through 2025, the need for comprehensive statistical data has become paramount for both seasoned and novice investors aiming to make informed decisions in this dynamic landscape.​ The UK property market has long been considered a stable and lucrative avenue for investment. The consistent demand...

Share Tweet Share Share Email In recent years, property investment in the United Kingdom has experienced a significant surge in popularity. This trend is driven by a combination of factors, including robust rental demand, regional growth opportunities, and evolving market dynamics. As we navigate through 2025, the need for comprehensive statistical data has become paramount for both seasoned and novice investors aiming to make informed decisions in this dynamic landscape.​ The UK property market has long been considered a stable and lucrative avenue for investment. The consistent demand...

The real estate conference on the French Riviera is expected to welcome more than 20,000 delegates, including architect, developer, leading politicians, investors and sovereign wealth funds from over 90 countries. But what are those in attendance most hoping to learn, present, hustle and bring back home? London mayor Sadiq Khan is heading a team from City Hall – the first time in his nine years as the capital’s mayor that he has attended the show. According to the BBC, he is looking for an investment of £22 billio' in 20...