http://www.gva.co.uk/CMSlogin.aspx?id=2147494226Mon, 03 Jan 2011 16:34:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492229Commercial property adviser GVA Grimley is expanding its Investment team in the South West and South Wales with the appointment of Richard Howell. Richard takes on the role of Investment Director, and will work across both the company?s Bristol and Cardiff offices.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:31:53 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492230Landlords are being urged to favour refurbishment over new build as financial constraints continue to freeze the speculative office development market.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:31:57 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492232Comments from Ian Stringer, regional senior director, GVA Grimley?s Birmingham office:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:31:59 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492233Defence Estates has signed an agreement with Birmingham-based Lingfield Securities to undertake the development of the latest phase of a new town centre at Catterick Garrison.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:01 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492234What a year it has been. We?ve seen a change in Government, an emergency budget, a comprehensive spending review and interest rates remaining at their lowest level in 300 years.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:02 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492235The highly anticipated Localism Bill, which is due to be published by the new Government imminently, will pave the way for radical changes that will push the ownership of the planning debate to a local level.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:03 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492236The much-anticipated Localism Bill, published today, outlines radical changes that will; introduce elected majors into 12 English cities; give local authorities more control over finances and social housing; and - controversially - it will push the ownership of the planning debate to communities.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:04 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492237Simon Reynolds, says: "With Merseyside and Manchester forging ahead with JESSICA funding and other sub-regional areas such as Lancashire not having LEP status, we will start to see the main urban centres place clear water between them and the region?s smaller centres."Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:07 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492238Iain Jenkinson graduated from University of Manchester in 1999 and is now a lead director in the GVA Grimley planning, development and regeneration business.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:08 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492239Staff at property adviser GVA Grimley have once again joined together to support the city?s homeless this Christmas.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:09 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492240The council team driving the regeneration of Bridgend town centre have beaten off competition from across Wales to win a prestigious national award.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:10 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492241GVA Grimley has promoted Ben Lovell to the position of director within its Bristol office.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:11 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492324West Riding House, located in Leeds? prime retail core and home to leading retailers such as Next and Tesco Metro, has gone into receivership.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:00 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147494217Leading UK property consultant GVA has bolstered its existing specialist and market leading national Compulsory Purchase business with the appointment of Matthew Bodley MRICS as Director and head of the unit.Mon, 03 Jan 2011 14:16:26 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147494219Leading UK property consultant unveils 'Miles Matter' for Whizz-Kidz in its bid to exceed previous years fundraising recordMon, 03 Jan 2011 14:48:20 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294969976Advice from GVA's London based planning team has helped Nick Jacob, of Rowan Asset Management, to obtain the unlikeliest of planning consents.Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:28:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294970056Property adviser GVA has secured the sale of the former Cambrian Hotel in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire, on behalf of the Joint LPA Receivers RJ Belcher and GB Judd from GVA.Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:44:25 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294970286The recently reported rights to light case involving a completed commercial scheme has once again shown that developers who alter or build property that interferes with a neighbouring building's rights to light without a suitable agreement in place are putting themselves at huge financial risk. The case also confirms how crucial it is to access rights to light advice - like that offered by GVA Schatunowski Brooks - early on in the development or design process.Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:16:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294970290Leading UK property consultant GVA is proud to have raised ?15,573 for property industry charity, LandAid, with a mass abseil on the first ever LandAid Day on 15 October 2010.Mon, 24 Jan 2011 09:47:07 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294972245Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:30:53 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294972460Stuart Morley, Director and Head of Research at leading property consultant GVA believes it prudent to raise the base rate in Q4 of 2011 to 1%, but not now, despite calls from the Monetary Policy Committee to press ahead.Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:29:02 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294976334A new chapter begins as GVA heritage stays but Grimley goesTue, 15 Feb 2011 11:47:02 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294977122Leading UK property consultant GVA has been appointed by Dover District Council, Kent County Council and the Environment Agency as the lead consultant to undertake a comprehensive Study of Deal, on the South East Coast.Fri, 18 Feb 2011 14:26:20 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=42949756262011 could mark the year the private sector fought back. The regional city office market will hold firm in 2011 says leading UK property consultant GVA.Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:02:33 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294975627The Government expects property to lead the way in securing the UK?s tough commitment to carbon emission reductions. New research by leading UK property consultant GVA, examines the part property is playing across the major cities, as well as what can improve, and the likely impact on the commercial sector. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:29:36 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294975868GVA has today opened a vibrant new meeting space - called 'the hub' - at its Mayfair office. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 22:05:12 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294976699Latest addition continues company's national drive to meet niche market demandWed, 16 Feb 2011 11:30:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294976700On behalf of LaSalle Investment Management, leading UK property consultant GVA has sold the Springfield Road Industrial Estate, Hayes for ?9.135m to Threadneedle Property Investment Limited.Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:35:45 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294976706Leading hotel operators, banks and investors reconvened at the annual GVA Hogan Lovells hotel conference in London last week where Alan Parker, the former CEO of Whitbread gave a keynote address. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 12:37:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294977123Leading property consultant GVA is one of the best placed real estate advisors in the UK to drive new revenue in sustainability advisory services, according to a recent report by independent analyst firm Verdantix.Fri, 18 Feb 2011 14:39:38 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294977734A new report by leading UK property consultant GVA highlights how a new scrappage for buildings scheme, alongside current initiatives, could offer a dual solution to help stimulate UK construction and meet emissions reduction targets. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 14:30:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979121GVA, the leading UK property consultant, has just released its spring 2011 Business Parks Review, which tells a mixed tale of recovery.Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:49:17 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979143The much-anticipated Localism Bill outlines radical changes that will; introduce elected majors into 12 English cities; give local authorities more control over finances and social housing; and - controversially - it will push the ownership of the planning debate to communities. Heralded as the centrepiece of government efforts to decentralise power away from Whitehall, GVA welcomes the Bill?s overriding big society theme, but warms that localism must not become parochialism.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:10:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979146GVA?s Birmingham office has let 200,000 sq ft of industrial storage space at Marchington Industrial Estate in Staffordshire to leading global brewer, Molson Coors Brewing Company, which is to be managed by DHL.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:21:56 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979162Bristol?s aspirations to become the UK?s leading sustainable city have been given a boost with the findings of a new report from property consultancy GVA, ?Emission Impossible?. The report, issued this week, studies eleven of the UK?s major cities including London, Birmingham and Manchester, and shows Bristol performing strongly in its targets to reduce carbon emission levels.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:06:36 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901927Abtek Biologicals Limited has taken the 3,038 sq ft Unit 7 at Priority Sites? Brookfield Business Park in Aintree on a five-year lease.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:41:46 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901930Property advisor GVA has acquired Stanley House, at Acorn Business Park in Stockport on behalf of one of the northwest?s leading care home providers, Borough Care Ltd.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:32:51 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901931Andrew Watson has been promoted to director in GVA?s Liverpool office. Andrew, who heads up the firm?s valuation team in the city, has worked for GVA since June 2000, initially in its Manchester office, before moving to Liverpool in 2008.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:41:49 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901932Edward Dry has been appointed director in the Corporate Recovery team at GVA. Edward joins the company from Sanderson Weatherall, where he was an executive director and board member.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:44:01 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979122The Joint Administrators of Elizabeth Estates (BS) Ltd have appointed property consultants, GVA and Strettons, to jointly market The Limes Hotel in preparation for auction on 4 April at The New Connaught Rooms, London.Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:29:15 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979123Leading UK property consultant GVA launched a comprehensive new toolkit of integrated funding solutions at MIPIM last week.Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:45:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979147With the market beginning to pick up much needed momentum, George Jennings, Associate at GVA?s Birmingham office, takes a look at the potential issues.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:27:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979149A key member of GVA?s Birmingham team has been appointed as national chairman of the Association of Women in Property.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:42:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979204At a GVA-sponsored round table at MIPIM 2011 on 10 March, GVA?s Chief Executive, Rob Bould, joined with Mike Bear, the Lord Mayor of London, and Baroness Jo Valentine, Chief Executive of Think London and London First, to answer the question ?What can the rest of the UK do to benefit from London?s continuing success??Tue, 22 Mar 2011 09:56:34 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=4294979355Two new lettings have been completed at one of Bristol city centre?s landmark office buildings, Kings Orchard.Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:11:03 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901903A number of leading figures joined together at a breakfast event on 17 March to debate the Localism Bill and on the implications for London. The debate was joint sponsored with Snapdragon Consulting.Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:57:23 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901910Our experts' take on what it means for housing, planning and sustainable projectsThu, 24 Mar 2011 11:39:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901926The Soil Association intends to redevelop the former gas works site in Anchor Road, Bristol, thereby helping to complete the final part of the regeneration jigsaw on the northern section of Harbourside.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:37:37 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901928Leading property consultant GVA has appointed a new director and a further two qualified surveyors to its property management consultancy team. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:44:03 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901929GVA hosted a Question Time-style debate this morning (3rd March 2011) to discuss ?planning in the era of localism?.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:27:12 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901933UK property consultant, GVA, has completed the sale of a 637 sq m (7,000 sq ft) industrial unit at Penrhyn Court, a high quality development on Knowsley Business Park, to local packaging company, Parkers.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:51:07 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884901934Leading property consultant, GVA, has continued its support for homeless charity, the Booth Centre, based in Manchester Cathedral, with a donation of ?3,000 raised by its Liverpool and Manchester offices.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:54:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884905718Leading UK property consultant GVA?s Property Management Consultancy team (PMC), in partnership with Leeds Cares and Bagnalls, has completed a DIY Challenge for Stainbeck United Reformed Church in Leeds.Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:35:30 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884905719More than 30 members of leading UK property consultant GVA will be completing a sponsored walk in excess of 30-miles for the second year running for Candlelighters Trust. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:37:59 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884905720A three man team from leading property consultant GVA joined 100 cyclists from around the UK property industry to take on the gruelling MIPIM cycle to Cannes 2011.Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:39:55 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907128The last of the distinctive industrial warehouses in Ferry Street, overlooking Bristol's Floating Harbour, have been sold.Wed, 18 May 2011 18:10:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884905153The Better Buildings Partnership (BBP) has published its latest in a series of toolkits, developed in partnership with GVA to enable managing agents to actively manage buildings using sustainability best practice. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:08:23 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884906107GVA?s latest quarterly review of the regional office market, ?A tale of nine cities?, shows a subdued start to 2011 in city centre and out-of-town take up. Combined, the two markets have experienced just 1.25 million sq ft, 19% below the quarterly average.Wed, 20 Apr 2011 18:14:14 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884906109Leading commercial property consultant GVA has completed the acquisition of Land and Property Management Ltd to bolster its existing Property Management Consultancy offer in Glasgow. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:22:02 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907124GVA?s property management team has been appointed by Opus Land to manage the Opus 40 business park, which is located just off J15 of the M40. As well as managing the communal areas and parking across the 35 acre business park, GVA will be working closely with the development team on the planned future phases. Wed, 18 May 2011 16:42:45 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907125GVA's quarterly review of the construction market has revealed that material price growth is increasing the pressure on already tight contractors? margins, with continuing competition for tender prices.Wed, 18 May 2011 16:56:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907126Building, refurbishment, painting and decorating specialists, St Annes Contractors has taken 4,000 sq ft (372 sq m) of new office space on a five-year lease at Maple Court, Whitemoss Business Park, Skelmersdale. Developed by Alderley Edge-based Metier, Maple Court is a state of the art office scheme, which has raised the bar in terms office accommodation in and around the West Lancashire town.Wed, 18 May 2011 17:03:51 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907127?COULD THE UK BENEFIT FROM A SCRAPPAGE SCHEME TO REINVIGORATE THE MARKET AND ADDRESS GROWING SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES FACED BY THE SECTOR??Wed, 18 May 2011 17:18:47 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907129The Chew Medical Practice in Chew Magna has announced that its long awaited plans to upgrade its current surgery are about to become a reality. GPs at the practice are investing in new purpose-built premises, which will enabletheir patients to benefit from improved facilities and a wider range of medical services.Wed, 18 May 2011 18:14:37 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907130One of the UK?s leading property consultancy firms has struck up an innovative relationship with one of the region?s charities. For some years GVA?s Newcastle office has provided advice on property matters to the North East Council on Addictions (NECA). NECA promote the recognition, prevention and treatment associated with addictions and substance misuse including alcohol, drugs and gambling.Wed, 18 May 2011 20:04:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907827Leading UK property consultant GVA has announced a number of senior promotions in its Leeds office.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 09:52:38 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492348On behalf of Ignis Asset Management, GVA Grimley jointly with Winton Faith have successfully competed the sale of the 5th floor of 137 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow to EVH Limited who were represented by Phil Reid Associates.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:31 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884906457This week GVA exchanged contracts with Humberts Leisure, a leading UK leisure property specialist, to acquire the business. Wed, 04 May 2011 09:57:36 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907121The Property Management Consultancy team at GVA?s Birmingham office has appointed Claire Bramhall to the post of senior surveyor.Wed, 18 May 2011 16:36:59 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907135Leading UK property consultant GVA will sponsor the UK's first ever Green Film Festival when it starts today (Friday 20 May).Fri, 20 May 2011 10:00:39 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907459Work has officially started on the site of the new and improved surgery for the Chew Medical Practice.Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:14:30 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884908199New research from leading UK property consultant, GVA, explores how the growing green economy will impact key players in the property industry ? notably developers and local authorities ? and what they can do to take advantage.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:18:50 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884908381GVA Humberts Leisure has announced that Brighton?s landmark Grade II listed pier is for sale for the first time in over 25 years. Acting on behalf of the current owners, the Noble Group, GVA Humberts Leisure advises that the disposal will involve the sale of the entire issued share capital of the Brighton Marine Palace & Pier Company, which was established by Act of Parliament in 1888, to develop and operate the Pier.Thu, 30 Jun 2011 10:07:24 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884908515Leading UK property consultant, GVA has won Corporate Property Adviser of the Year at this year?s Property Marketing Awards in London.Mon, 04 Jul 2011 17:48:04 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884908787This week GVA released its latest quarterly report on city centre and out of town office take up in the UK?s nine leading regional city markets. The findings reveal that there has been a reasonable level of take up in the second quarter of 2011, yet concern remains over the longer term.Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:50:26 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884908857GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant, has asserted its dominance in the public sector consultancy market once again.Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:44:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915077Commercial property adviser GVA has joined forces with environmental campaigners Keep Wales Tidy to improve the quality of the environment in Cardiff.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:00:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884918993GVA on behalf of ScottishPower Generation Ltd has secured various consents for a new Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power station at Cockenzie, East Lothian. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:45:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884918994The introduction of higher tuition fees south of the border raises the likelihood that the Edinburgh student accommodation market will be bursting at the seams, according to GVA, the UK?s largest independent commercial property consultant.Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:47:01 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884918999Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:18:05 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492346A rare opportunity to purchase a prime residential development plot in Clifton Village is being made available by the land and development team at GVA Grimley in Bristol.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492349Hillington Park continues to attract occupiers with three further lettings reported over the festive period.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:33 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492347Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley and the newly launched U.S. property consultant Cassidy Turley have signed a ?Memorandum of Understanding? announcing their intention to create a new international partnership, capable of delivering best in class property solutions to clients.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:30 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492344As speculative commercial property development slows to a virtual standstill in many parts of the South Wales due to the continuing lack of finance and concerns about occupier outlook, market trends are increasingly favouring refurbishment as an alternative to new build.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:26 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492345Cardiff based commercial property consultancy, GVA Grimley, has been appointed by Jonathan Pope and Richard Hill the joint Administrators of Western Corrugated Limited to seek freehold offers for the former factory premises at Springvale, Cwmbran.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:27 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492342Leading property consultant GVA Grimley has made four new appointments in Birmingham as part of its new national Economic & Social Development team, created to supplement the company's strong Planning Development and Regeneration division.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:23 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492343GVA Grimley in Cardiff has appointed James Stanger to the position of Regional Head of Building. James is relocating to the firm?s Cardiff office from Bristol, where he has worked since 1998.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:25 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492331Leading property consultant GVA Grimley will treat Cannes to glamour of a different kind when it unveils one of, if not the most important privately owned Scottish castle at MIPIM 2010.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:09 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492326Chartis UK Limited (formerly AIG) has been signed up as the first tenant at the new office development, Clarion, at 29 Wellington Street, Glasgow, within only two months of the building's practical completion.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:02 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492335Stuart Morley, head of research at leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley comments:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:15 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492333Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley arrives in Cannes for MIPIM 2010 to continue its drive to unlock and resuscitate urban regeneration programmes in the UK.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:12 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492334According to the latest market survey by leading property consultant GVA Grimley, the past 18 months has seen a significant increase in investors ensuring their property portfolios are greener.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:14 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492336Andrew Foster of GVA Grimley confirms: ?Two Directors from Property Consultancy GVA Grimley were appointed on 28 January 2010 as Law of Property Act (LPA) Receivers to sell the Pier following a breach of the Owner?s mortgage terms and conditions.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:17 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492341GVA Grimley is shaping up for growth with the appointment of a new leadership team.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:22 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492329GVA Grimley has been appointed by Liverpool City Council to produce the city's first Strategic Housing Market Assessment (SHMA).Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:06 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492330Mark Rawstron, senior regional partner at GVA Grimley said:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:08 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492339One of the largest office lettings in Bristol so far this year has been concluded at Kings Orchard in Queen Street, Castle Park, by property advisers GVA Grimley, giving encouraging signs of a revival for the city?s offices market.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:20 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492327"In an office context, Stockport's brand is certainly on the up. BSkyB choosing to locate to the town above other UK centres is a huge endorsement and underlines the undoubted benefits of positioning your business in a location which is highly accessible, and has labour pool of both quality and depth."Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:03 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492332Stuart Morley, head of research at GVA Grimley comments:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:11 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492337Growth in the technology sector provides a positive outlook for the south west?s business parks.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:18 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492338GVA Grimley has acted on behalf Charter Medinvest Ltd in the ?6.9 million investment sale of the Leigh Health Park in Lancashire to Primary Health Properties plc.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:19 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492328Question: Who do you think is going to win the election and what do you consider to be the most important issue for businesses?Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:05 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492325Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:01 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492318Lara Conaway has joined leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley from Morgan Lovell plc, the UK?s leading sustainable design and build specialist, to further strengthen the company?s sustainability offer and extend its professional capabilities for clients.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:51 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492323The government is expected to announce a package of up to ?425m to facilitate civil servant relocations at the next Spending Review, which is due to be announced after the election.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:58 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492319According to the latest Corporate Real Estate Survey by GVA Grimley, in partnership with Henley Business School, the last six months saw a significant number of organisations reduce their operational property portfolios, and a much greater number than had been previously projected.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:53 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492313The Property Management Team at GVA Grimley?s Newcastle office has donated ?5,000 to Gosforth based charity St Oswald?s Hospice.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:45 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492317The Bristol office of GVA Grimley has launched a service designed to help businesses cope with difficult market conditions by identifying key areas to reduce property costs.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:50 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492321Acting on behalf of property owners Helical Bar plc, GVA Grimley has secured the sale of a first floor suite at 166 Buchanan Street, Glasgow to a private investor for a price of ?115,000.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:56 http://www.gva.co.uk/news/royal-sun-alliance-move-to-glasgow-waterfront/In the latest deal to complete in Glasgow's fast emerging IFSD (International Financial Services District), British Telecommunications PLC has sub-let the 4th floor at Alexander Bain House, 15 York Street Glasgow to Royal & Sun Alliance plc.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:57 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492315Beverley Smith, director of the planning, development and regeneration team, commented:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:47 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492316The Property Management Consultancy team at leading property company, GVA Grimley, has appointed Ben Moorhouse to its growing team.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:48 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492320Acting on behalf of the Scottish Government and Telereal Trillium, GVA Grimley have recently completed three office acquisitions - one in Glasgow city centre and two in Lanarkshire.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:54 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492314Durham remains a strong market town and for the size of its population (25,000 people) it has always punched well above its weight due to strong demographics and a population inflated by large student numbers and a consistent and increasing tourist industry.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:46 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492310Julie Coates has been appointed by leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley as human resources director, following her previous role as head of HR for PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Tax division.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:41 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492306Leading property consultancy GVA Grimley has today announced an international contract win from Fabory Group, a leading fasteners distributor.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:36 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492298Mike Taylor, Director in Planning, Development & Regeneration at GVA Grimley comments:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:25 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492288Leading property consultant GVA Grimley has announced a number of promotions within both its Edinburgh and Glasgow offices.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492301The coalition?s change of heart on scrapping the RDAs is good news for the region, says Simon Reynolds, director of national markets from GVA Grimley:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492307Neil Jones, associate within GVA Grimley?s Planning, Development and Regeneration team in Leeds, comments:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:38 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492309Urban regeneration is going through a very challenging phase. Physical regeneration has stalled, whilst social and economic regeneration has been criticised for failing to address long-standing deprivation and equality issues.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492297GVA Grimley Ltd has been commissioned by the Liverpool City Region local authorities, together with Cheshire West and Chester and supported by 4NW and GONW, to undertake an Overview Study of development land needs and supply for the sub-region.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:23 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492312According the GVA Grimley?s latest market research, the remainder of 2010 will see an increase in property investment supply. However, those expecting a significant increase in available stock can think again.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:43 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492308Powys County Council has appointed Cardiff based GVA Grimley to manage its workspace portfolio on a two year contract.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:39 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492291Over the past decade the city has been pinning its hopes on the regeneration of Eastside. However, the dearth of new development on a number of earmarked sites indicates that the success of Eastside remains in its infancy.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:17 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492303Research released today highlights that Leeds City Centre has seen an increase in prime rents and investment activity over the last 12 months.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:31 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492294Whereas Tyneside has seen a strong level of out of town office take up over recent years, the future could prove to be famine or feast as a result of the current economic climate, government legislation and funding issues!Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:20 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492295Beverley Smith, director of the planning, development and regeneration team, commented: ?In the case of a hung parliament, we could potentially see the Lib Dems becoming the key players in planning terms, as their manifesto sees them occupying the middle ground between Tory radicalism and Labour?s obvious pledge to maintain the status quo.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492311Staff from the Bristol office of property adviser GVA Grimley, have kicked off a series of ten fundraising events which will see the company raise money for ten charities throughout 2010.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492290According to the latest Corporate Real Estate Survey by GVA Grimley, the last six months saw a significant number of organisations reduce their operational property portfolios, and a much greater number than had been previously projected.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:15 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492300Despite Labour?s best efforts to remain in office, a coalition has now been reached between the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats, paving the way for David Cameron to take up the helm at 10 Downing Street with Nick Clegg as his Deputy.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:27 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492299With David Cameron taking up the helm at 10 Downing Street and Nick Clegg confirmed as his deputy, the finer details of a coalition agreement are now being ironed out between the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:26 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492302A five strong, all female team from GVA Grimley has ran away with the trophy in the annual West Midlands Royal Town Planning Institute?s Young Planners Quiz.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:30 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492292After years of under funding, universities in the UK have recently enjoyed improved funding with income to the sector doubling over the last decade.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:18 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492304Radley, the UK's number one handbag brand, is to open a new 1,300 sq ft store at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway, as part of its UK expansion plans.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:33 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492289In a broad sample of medium turnover SMEs, it has been found that freehold commercial property on the balance sheet represented an average of 27% to 32% of the company?s total fixed asset value.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:14 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492296Leading property consultant, GVA Grimley, has announced the promotion of eight members of its Planning, Development and Regeneration (PDR) team in Manchester.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:22 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492293Throughout 2009 the North East industrial market was beset by the same overriding financial and property issues affecting the wider national market.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:19 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492287Leeds-based independent vehicle component distributor Andrew Page Limited has expanded its operations in south Leeds by taking a 10,821 sq ft refurbished distribution facility on Lockwood Way.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:11 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492279?George Osborne has gone for broke and opted for very large spending cuts and to have them sooner rather than later. This will hopefully reduce the budget deficit to just 1.1% of GDP by the end of this parliament.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:59 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492280According the GVA Grimley?s latest market research, the remainder of 2010 will see an increase in property investment supply. However, those expecting a significant increase in available stock can think again.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:01 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492281A much loved Pier has been saved, by businessman Bryn IIsley who has bought the landmark attraction.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:02 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492278The supply chain of out of town offices may have gone full circle over the last three decades on Wearside and Teesside. Basically prior to 1980 it was not viable, neither was there any demand for out of town offices outside the established main city and town centres.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:58 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492266The industrial agency team at Leeds-based commercial property consultants GVA Grimley has celebrated an encouraging start to its financial year by completing a number of transactions since the beginning of May.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492276Mark Rawstron, senior regional director at GVA Grimley says:Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:55 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492284The Building Consultancy team at GVA Grimley?s Birmingham office has become one of the largest specialist teams of its kind in the region, following a significant increase in client instructions for project work and acquisition surveys.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:06 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492275GVA Grimley?s Birmingham office has strengthened its expert team of property professionals with seven associate promotions.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:54 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492274Five members of GVA Grimley?s Birmingham office have jumped into the saddle to take on the Tour de LDC cycling challenge from Lands End of John O? Groats to raise money for children?s charity Friendship Works this month.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:53 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492282The much needed construction of a new ?health campus? for the people of Berrow and Brean, in Somerset, will take place this week with an official turf cutting ceremony.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:03 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492283Despite the change in Government, it appears that empty rates tax is here to stay.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:05 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492286All commercial properties in the UK were revalued for business rates purposes with effect from 1 April 2010.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:09 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492273GVA Grimley?s Birmingham office has advised on the purchase of a 13-acre site (5.35 hectares) at Cannock Wood Industrial Estate for automotive re-manufacturer ATP Industries Group.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:51 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492271GVA Grimley reports that the forecasts from the new Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) highlight the potential dangers of dramatic spending cuts and tax increases.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:48 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492272Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley reports that the most important Budget since 1997 will pave the way for sustained growth for the property market.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:49 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492277Mark Rawstron, senior regional director, says: "The lack of stamp duty increase is to be welcomed as any increase not only affects the residential market but more importantly the commercial market, and the effect on values has a direct impact on the worth of retirement pensions.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:57 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492285The supply chain of out of town offices may have gone full circle over the last three decades on Wearside and Teesside.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:33:08 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492270Property Lease IssuesFri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:47 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492269Last night leading UK property consultancy, GVA Grimley won the Challenge Team category for its?12 wishes? campaign at the inaugural Business Charity Awards held at London?s Grosvenor House Hotel.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:46 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492267GVA Grimley this week unveiled GVA Grimley Financial Consulting Limited ? a new specialist advisory team designed to galvanise the company?s consultancy offer.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:43 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492263Crawley Borough Council and leading property consultant GVA Grimley will present a strategic Masterplan of Manor Royal Industrial Estate near Crawley, West Sussex, on Tuesday 13th July at 6.30pm at the Virgin Atlantic Training Centre.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:39 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492264Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley notes the government?s decision to encourage local businesses and councils to establish Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) to replace existing Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) across England.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492265Leading property consultancy GVA Grimley has strengthened its team with seven promotions and a new appointment in its Leeds office.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:41 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492268GVA Grimley has expanded its Shopping Centre Management team further with the appointment of Grant Owens.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:45 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492262The student population is growing and diversifying, demanding better quality, more affordable accommodation. Yet university funding cuts and a lack of development funding mean that new student housing projects are likely to be hit hard.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:38 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492255Take-up levels on Yorkshire and Humber business parks have slowed, but prime headline rents have remained surprising resilient according to leading UK property consultancy GVA Grimley.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492256The Industrial Agency team at Leeds-based commercial property consultants GVA Grimley has celebrated an encouraging start to its financial year by completing a number of transactions since the beginning of May.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492259A development site in the centre of the Clifton area of Bristol has been sold by Bristol property advisor GVA Grimley on behalf of Joint LPA Receivers RJ Belcher and RJ Goode from GVA Grimley.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:34 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492258The property management team at Cardiff-based commercial property adviser GVA Grimley has pledged its support to the Ty Hafan children?s hospice by donating a cheque for ?5,000 to its hydrotherapy pool fundraising appeal.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:32 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492257Work is about to start on the fit-out of Advanced Insulation?s new ?1.9 million headquarters at Quedgeley West Business Park in Gloucestershire, following its acquisition of the 31,865 sq ft speculatively built unit.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:31 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492253Leading UK property consultancy GVA Grimley Limited will shortly present its financial results year ending 30 April 2010 to Companies House.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:25 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492254Property adviser GVA Grimley?s Cardiff office has taken part in Keep Wales Tidy?s Great Taff Tidy, part of the Tidy Towns project.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:27 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492252Rob Bould, Chief Executive at leading commercial property consultant GVA Grimley has been elected as Master of the Worshipful Company of Chartered Surveyors.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:24 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492248Richard Lace, from GVA Grimley?s offices team has been promoted from principal surveyor to associate.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:20 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492244The Newcastle City Centre office market has in common with other provincial and regional cities suffered as a result of the economic recession, the pre-election and post-election uncertainty, the public sector comprehensive spending review and the likely loss of jobs within the public sector which could imply both the release and non take-up of office space.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:15 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492246With availability of space at business parks now at its highest level in over 14 years, are we seeing the death of the business park or could the model reinvent its offering to meet the requirements of the modern occupier?Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:18 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492250A consortium led by Igloo Regeneration with the full support of the Liverpool City Region Local Authorities has been selected as preferred bidder to establish a regeneration fund which will help enable projects critical to the region's economy to go ahead.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:22 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492249Mark Rawstron, Regional Senior Director at GVA Grimley, says: How will 2010 be remembered by North West businesses?Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492247The Birmingham office of GVA Grimley has acquired 5,307 sq ft of Grade A office space on behalf of specialist insurance broker AUA Insolvency Risk Services Ltd (IRS) at City Gate in Nottingham?s city centre.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:19 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492242Northumberland is a typical rural county with large areas of moorland, hills, valleys and forests whereas the urban south east comprises 5% of the land area but accommodates in excess of 50% of the county population.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492340The new owners of Paignton?s Crossways shopping centre, Gaelic Investments, are moving forward with plans to revitalise the centre. The investment company took over the centre in November and has appointed GVA Grimley and Waycotts as joint letting agents.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:34:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907829Leading UK property consultancy GVA has completed its international building contract for Fabory Group, a leading fasteners distributor, on time and on budget.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 09:57:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907836GVA's property management team has been appointed by Opus Land to manage the Opus 40 business park, which is located just off J15 of the M40. As well as managing the communal areas and parking across the 35 acre business park, GVA will be working closely with the development team on the planned future phases.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:21:37 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907769Rising levels of business investment is a clear indication of market recovery.Fri, 10 Jun 2011 10:38:17 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907826The Investment team at leading UK property consultancy GVA is going from strength to strength after recording another hugely profitable year.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 09:50:23 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907828On behalf of real estate fund managers PRUPIM, GVA has brought a 108,000sq ft warehouse to the market on Don Pedro Avenue, Normanton. Mon, 13 Jun 2011 09:54:24 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907837GVA reports that the West Midlands automotive industry is currently thriving, helped by a depreciated sterling driving demand for British exports. This foreign demand is helping to support domestic suppliers of intermediate and capital goods to the export sector, particularly in the aerospace and automotive industries.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:24:17 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911847GVA reports that the West Midlands automotive industry is currently thriving, helped by a depreciated sterling driving demand for British exports. This foreign demand is helping to support domestic suppliers of intermediate and capital goods to the export sector, particularly in the aerospace and automotive industries. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:36:58 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911872Although demand from the logistics sector in the region is limited, the supply of specialist new build distribution units is low, particularly in the 100,000 sq ft plus size range and with little prospect of any speculative development in the short term companies who need space will find themselves with limited choice.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:09:47 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911844The UK occupier market continues to recover from arguably its worst downturn since the Second World War, but so far progress has been slow. However, while household spending is fragile, the Bank of England?s latest Quarterly Inflation Report reveals that business investment and stockbuilding contributed 2.5 percentage points to GDP growth during 2010, and the early signs are that investment levels for 2011 are continuing to rise. Consequently, our own forecast for property rental growth has been upgraded slightly from the start of the year from 1.3 per cent to 1.6 per cent. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:33:14 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911873It is clear that more environmentally efficient and sustainable offices make financial sense ? to occupiers, investors and developers alike. Increasingly stringent legislation remains a key driver towards forcing office buildings to be more sustainable, combined with increasing commitments towards Corporate Social Responsibility by businesses.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:16:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884907760The month of May saw leading UK property consultant GVA host a series of seminar?s in the City of London to promote inward investment into what it believes will be the UK?s leading three 'investment hub' cities outside the capital.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 18:02:37 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911857GVA Humberts Leisure, property specialists to the golf and golf hotel industries, is instructed to market The Craythorne, Burton-upon-Trent. A guide price of ?1.15 million has been set for the freehold property, which is being offered to the market as the current owner is retiring and relocating abroad.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:52:08 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911874Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council are working together to bring forward the NewcastleGateshead One Core Strategy 2030 which will be focused upon 7 defined areas. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:21:27 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911632Leading UK property consultant GVA has launched its latest research looking back at the last 12 months in property development terms, and what will affect activity over the next few years. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 17:35:49 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911849A team from leading UK property consultant GVA completed a sponsored walk in excess of 30-miles for the second year running raising more than ?13,500. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:39:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911875Looking back over the last decade it is extremely apparent that take up of out of town offices has been concentrated within the former Enterprise Zones and as a result both take up and development momentum has fallen off within the non-EZ office and business parks across the region.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:23:52 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911867The freehold of an iconic retail property in Clifton, Bristol has changed hands. Property adviser GVA, acting on behalf of Associated Property Investors Limited, has purchased the prime freehold of 43 ? 45 Queens Road in Clifton, for ?1.632 million which represents a net initial yield of 6.36%. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:16:35 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911870Ignis and Shearer Property Group, has signed a deal with high-street brand USC to take its first store in Swindon at The Parade Shopping Centre.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:25:10 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911869The merger of Humberts Leisure with leading UK property adviser GVA, has taken shape in Cardiff as the Humberts team join forces with GVA at their One Kingsway offices.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:21:24 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911853GVA has today welcomed the Humberts Leisure team, a leading UK leisure property specialist, into its Leeds office following its acquisition last month. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:45:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911858GVA Humberts Leisure has announced that Brighton?s landmark Grade II* listed Pier is for sale for the first time in over 25 years. Acting on behalf of the current owners, the Noble Group, GVA Humberts Leisure advises that the disposal will involve the sale of the entire issued share capital of the Brighton Marine Palace & Pier Company, which was established by Act of Parliament in 1888, to develop and operate the Pier. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:57:12 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911865Brandon Hire, provider of tools and equipment to the building and construction industry, has appointed leading property adviser GVA to provide a range of property portfolio management services for its national estate.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:12:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911876GVA has outgrown it?s Newcastle office and has relocated to Central Square to enable future expansion of it?s North East regional office.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:25:52 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492261XVision Limited, the Bradford-based manufacturer and supplier of specialist vehicle parking sensor systems has relocated to larger premises off Swinnow Lane in Leeds.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:37 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=2147492260Leeds-based commercial property consultancy GVA Grimley this week unveiled GVA Grimley Financial Consulting Limited ? a new specialist advisory team designed to galvanise the company?s offer.Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:32:35 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911838Desks are significantly smaller, open plan offices are now regarded as the norm for even the most senior fee-earners, hot-desking is commonplace, and non-stop improvements in technology are making it effortless to work from home. However, property heads at large corporates are not slashingthe amount of office space required in their forecasts. The city centre office remains vital, but the way the internal fit-out is planned and configured is changing radically. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:01:38 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911843GVA Birmingham, the region?s largest property consultancy firm, has made three director promotions. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:30:21 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911859GVA has promoted three members of its Planning Development and Regeneration (PDR) team in Manchester. Iain Jenkinson has been promoted to senior director, Chris Argent has been appointed from senior planner to principal planner and Jenny Hope has become planner after achieving RTPI accreditation. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:02:10 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911864The Bristol office of leading property adviser GVA is leading the way in raising funds for a national charity for disabled children.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:10:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911868Leading property adviser GVA has appointed a new Building Surveyor for its Cardiff office.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:18:43 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911837More than 60 employees from GVA gave up a full working day to engage in a number of community projects in Birmingham, which were organised with Business in the Community. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:57:43 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911866The Localism agenda has left the development and planning industry in England in a state of confusion. This is not the case in Wales, say advisers at GVA, where following the ?yes? vote in March?s referendum, there is a real opportunity to introduce a Welsh planning system that can give development and investment a timely boost.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:14:45 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911836GVA?s property management team has been appointed by asset managers F&C REIT Ireland to manage Victoria Square House, one of Birmingham?s most high profile office buildings, located opposite to the Council House on Victoria Square in the centre of the city. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:54:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911862The Lancashire Sports Partnership in association with GVA Robson Sports and Sport England are working together to explore the potential for Super Sports Villages in Lancashire.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:05:24 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911871This week GVA released its latest quarterly report on city centre and out of town office take up in the UK?s nine leading regional city markets. The findings reveal that there has been a reasonable level of take up in the second quarter of 2011, yet concern remains over the longer term.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:28:44 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911852Matthew Tootell, Director at GVA, calls for the UK to reinvigorate the property market and address growing sustainability issues faced by the sector by introducing a scrappage scheme.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:42:33 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911856GVA Humberts Leisure, the property specialists to the golf and golf hotel industries, is instructed to market Blacknest Golf & Country Club, which is situated close to the Surrey / Hampshire border in the South Downs National Park. Offers in the region of ?1.25 million are invited for the freehold property.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:48:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911839F&C REIT has let a combined 245,000 sq ft of new high-specification warehouse space at Fradley Park, Lichfield, to DHL and retail warehousing and distribution specialist Amethyst Group. GVA?s Industrial team acted on behalf of F&C REIT, together with Kingstons Commercial and CBRE. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:03:59 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884911863Hotels and leisure property advisor, GVA Humberts Leisure, has been instructed to sell the landmark Queen?s Hotel, which occupies a prominent position on Blackpool?s South Promenade.Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:07:53 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884912208GVA Schatunowski Brooks has bolstered its specialist and market leading Rights of Light team through the addition of two new directors in Matthew Craske and Kaivin Wong.Fri, 02 Sep 2011 18:18:42 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884912045Bristol and Bath Science Park continues to be the focus for business park activity in the South West region, according to a new report from property adviser GVA on occupier activity on the UK?s business parks.Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:41:54 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884912202A new report from GVA on occupier activity on the UK?s business parks showed an increase in activity in the first half of 2011. Yet, activity is still subdued amid persistent economic uncertainty.Fri, 02 Sep 2011 11:36:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884912081This week GVA FM, the facilities management (FM) arm of the UK?s largest independent commercial property consultant, has acquired Acuity Holdings Ltd from Broadgate Estates Ltd, together with 70 strong Acuity Management Solutions Ltd. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:39:14 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914176Figures released by the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant GVA, have shown that office space take up across Scotland's business parks dropped in the first half of this year while floor space availability rose, taking vacancy rates up to a record high for the period.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:42:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914174GVA has completed the office fit out of the landmark Glasgow Grade A office development, 2 West Regent Street, on behalf of Digby Brown LLP, Scotland?s largest specialist personal injury practice.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:37:48 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884912764Leading UK commercial property consultant GVA has been shortlisted in three award categories at this year?s Estates Gazette Awards.Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:14:01 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914195Central Park, Bristol, is pleased to announce its first pre-let to CHEP UK Limited for a new pallet distribution facility of 50,000 sq ft. The lease is for a 15 year term, with annualised rent increases in line with RPI.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:04:14 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914193Bristol?s newest hotel, the 151 bedroom Travelodge in Mitchell Lane, in the Redcliffe area of central Bristol, has been completed to time and to budget. Project managers GVA have now handed the hotel over to Travelodge for the first guests to move in.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:00:47 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884913162According to a report by the UK?s largest independent commercial property consultant GVA, investment into secondary retail assets is set to increase. A continuing shortage of prime stock in the market could mean an investor focus shift from prime to secondary property over the coming year.Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:30:26 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914196Aoife McEvoy has been promoted to associate in the Land and Development team at GVA, Manchester. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:06:40 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914164The sale of RAF Daws Hill, has recently been completed by GVA on behalf of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation, through an unconditional sale to Taylor Wimpey UK Limited for a sum in excess of ?30m. The site has potential for residential led mixed-use development to consist of approximately 550 residential units and commercial space subject to gaining the necessary planning consents.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:28:03 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914527A former international fish auctioning facility on Hull docks is being brought to market by leading UK commercial property consultant GVA. The Corporate Recovery team at GVA?s Leeds office has been appointed as Law of Property Act (LPA) Receivers.Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:19:24 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914178James Latham has acquired new premises at Tingley, in Leeds, to help facilitate expansion in the Northern region, specifically along the M62 corridor.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:47:55 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914183In one of the largest deals in South Yorkshire this year, F&C REIT Asset Management, acting on behalf of clients, has completed the letting of a 65,000sq ft warehouse at Dearne Mills, Darton, near Barnsley, to Kingspan Renewables, which will support its manufacturing and distribution operations in Wakefield. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:22:13 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914185A daredevil team of property experts are walking over the edge of a Leeds landmark building to support young and disadvantaged people.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:26:28 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914187Deals to bring five thriving firms to prime business park space have been sealed by leading property consultant GVA.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:29:12 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914191UK-based express delivery company, City Link, has recently acquired a new regional distribution centre of 66,753 sq ft on 4.84 acres adjacent to The Mall regional shopping centre, at Jc 17 M5, Bristol. The parcels company has taken the building from owners Prudential and Capital Shopping Centres, on a new ten year lease, at an undisclosed rent.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:54:29 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915183Delta Properties, the Group which owns the 640 acre Central Park in Severnside, has today announced the appointment of Roxhill Developments Limited as its new joint venture development manager for Central Park.Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:06:51 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914240As economic uncertainty persists, the holiday park industry on the other hand continues to present investment solace for lenders says leading UK leisure property specialist GVA Humberts Leisure.Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:27:07 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915089GVA who recently moved to new premises in Central Square, Newcastle have appointed Gordon Metcalfe to the position of team leader within their expanding planning unit in Newcastle.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:34:54 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915079GVA has let the former Project Furniture Company showroom at Unit 1, Wharfside in Trafford Park, to stationery supply company, DG Office Supplies.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:19:04 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914973The regional office occupier market has improved each quarter this year following a sluggish start, according to a recent report by GVA.Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:57:00 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884914570Next has taken an extra 10,000 sq ft of space at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway to create a new flagship store, coinciding with a number of other lifestyle retailers also signing new leases. The additional space has provided Next with a 43,000 sq ft store on a 15 year lease.Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:01:56 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915075A former dairy in Okehampton is being transformed into a factory for manufacturing bee hives.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:57:20 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915081Property consultant, GVA, has let Unit 18 at First Avenue/Europa Way at Trafford Park, to Moss Electrical, on behalf of Legacy Portfolio. Moss Electrical, which is one of the largest independent electrical wholesalers in the UK, has a strong presence in the South but the 19,371 sq ft unit will be the company?s first branch in the North West.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:22:18 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915083GVA has acquired 12,105 sq ft of office space at Fulwood Court in Preston, on behalf of the Automobile Association (AA).Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:24:36 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915091The GVA Building Cost Update report provides a timely reminder of the continuing impact of the economic downturn on the construction industry. Twelve months ago, development activity (and hence construction activity) in the commercial, industrial and residential sectors was increasing, albeit from a very low base, on the back of a modest increase in capital values. However, with weaker economic growth and static capital value increases, this increased development activity has ground to a halt. With a weak economic and property market outlook, and with development finance still severely constrained, it is unlikely that there will be much change in the amount of development activity over the next year or two.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:40:04 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915085More than three acres of prime development space at a key regeneration site in West Yorkshire is being marketed by GVA, the UK?s largest independent commercial property consultant.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:28:33 http://www.gva.co.uk/news_content.aspx?id=12884915087An ambitious extension to a seaside holiday park is expected to boost the local economy by more than ?5.5million.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:31:13