Political spat erupts as Prime Minister ‘steps in’ to tackle London’s housing problems
Rishi Sunak has outlined a plan to build more homes in central London, in a move that Mayor Sadiq Khan has dismissed as 'pathetic gesture politics'.
UK’s ‘dirty money’ crackdown sparks super-prime sell-off in London
National Crime Agency reports 'change in behaviour' as new powers make it harder to hide ill-gotten gains
Robert Jenrick replaces James Brokenshire as housing secretary; McVey in as housing minister
37-year-old former lawyer Robert Jenrick takes on the challenge of delivering the government's housing policy, as James Brokenshire makes for the backbenches; former Work and Pensions secretary Esther…
Is prime London property over-taxed compared to other world cities?
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In Pictures: Pawson-designed ‘masterpiece’ up for sale in Mayfair
Minimalist 1987 creation was designed by the acclaimed architect for the renowned art collector Doris Lockhart Saatchi.
Fast-growing luxury agency recruits two new lettings directors
United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty continues expansion, bringing in PCL specialists Minnie Stainrod & Olivia McSweeney.
The Buying Solution names new chief
Will Watson takes the reins at the top-flight property buying agency.
London Square picks up prime Vauxhall development site
Resi developer continues its acquisition spree in central London.
City law firm names new Head of Residential Property
Super-prime specialist Parveen Abbas has stepped up to lead the 257-year-old practice's resi real estate division.
Savills & Fuller Gilbert serve up £18mn mansion in Wimbledon
High-spec specimen on Parkside is 'one of the most prestigious houses to come to the market in recent years'
Super-prime London agency takes on PR support to marshal Netflix fame
Alex Bourne's London House will feature alongside DDRE in 'Buying London', which airs on Netflix from 22nd May.
‘Iconic’ freehold block hits the market in Belgravia
'Exceptionally rare' proposition on Eaton Place is expected to attract global interest.
Luxury design firm targets ‘next gen wealth’ with new sister-brand
New offering from Taylor Howes is aimed at developers & private clients seeking a 'quick turnaround and affordability'.
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