Countering the conspiracy theories: The case for the 15-minute city
Conspiracy theorists have suggested some kind of global authoritarian plot, but there is a compelling argument for centring projects around walkability and community in the post-pandemic era, says Ballymore's James Boyce.
James Boyce is Sales Director at property development firm Ballymore.
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A recent case involving the Abercrombie & Fitch store in Mayfair serves as a useful reminder for all those looking to alter or buy a listed building, says Edward Burton...
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‘Ambassadorial’ St John’s Wood townhouse sells for £11.5mn
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In Pictures: £27mn Rossetti-inspired penthouse launches at Marylebone Square
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Savills cuts mainstream house price forecasts again
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The London ‘anti-bubble’: Ollie Marshall on finding value amid the global froth
Bubbles are everywhere these days, writes top buying agent - but a growing cohort of investors is finding shelter & opportunity in the UK capital’s unloved prime property heartlands.
Westminster’s rental licensing scheme launches this month
New rules for some central London landlords kick in on 25th November 2025.
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Without making specific policy announcements, Rachel Reeves has indicated significant tax rises are coming this month.
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