The UK government has published an interim response updating the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for non-domestic (commercial) private rented properties in England and Wales. The update shifts to a highly targeted approach that focuses heavily on larger properties while giving relief to small businesses. Here is a summary
Blackstone-linked UK CMBS deals signal renewed financing activity The UK CMBS market appears to be regaining momentum, with two large transactions exceeding £600 million and £500 million respectively, both backed by UK assets. The deals suggest renewed lender appetite for larger structured finance executions, particularly where the underlying real
UK Government Pledges £1.3bn Infrastructure Package for Universal Theme Park in Bedfordshire The UK government has formally committed a £1.3 billion public funding package to deliver critical transport and community infrastructure for the newly named Universal United Kingdom Resort. The funding allocation is part of a landmark agreement
29/05/2026 Your weekly briefing on UK commercial real estate transactions, market intelligence, and policy shifts Parliamentary Committee Urges Government to Accelerate Leasehold and Commonhold Reforms The Housing, Communities and Local Government (HCLG) Committee has called on the government to accelerate and expand its planned overhaul of residential property
22/5/2026 Your weekly briefing on UK commercial real estate transactions, market intelligence, and policy shifts Google and SpaceX Explore the Orbital Frontier for AI Infrastructure As commercial real estate investors and developers pour billions of dollars into securing terrestrial land and power allocations for data centers, a new