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£500mn RBKC scheme ‘back on track’ after Ardmore collapse
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Regent’s Park trophy home hits the market at £15mn
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Zara billionaire picks up Marylebone rental block for £150mn
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Super-prime fit-out specialist eyes £100mn turnover amid resi push
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