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Luxury Arts and Crafts townhouse on Aldford Street finds a buyer, following sale of £25mn former embassy on nearby Park Street.

Ken Dowling was head of JLL's Kensington office, but has now moved to the Cotswolds.

High net worth investors view economic instability 'as an opportunity for increasing their exposure to UK property at an attractive price point,' says Investec.

Sales activity has picked up across London's prime postcodes, according to the latest weekly LonRes data.

'The fact that we remain number 1 agent in the UK for sales above £500k is, to me, proof that our people development strategy is working', says UK resi boss Andrew Perratt.

Tim Hassell's Draker adds third branch to its west London network, citing strong local demand.

Tie-up with Dubai developer promises 'a new benchmark of luxury living and opulence', as brand looks to boost global presence.

'Landlords must adapt' to new marketing conditions, warns Foxtons, while Chestertons suggests London landlords have 'little option but to start reviewing their prices.'

'We expect that the ultimate developer of the property will set new record for pricing in Kingston,' says Savills.

Knight Frank alumnus Ashley Mason has returned to Hamptons to lead a new division.

100% council tax premium will come into force on 1st April.

City banking veteran William Rucker will succeed Tim Score.