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Delays in London’s Affordable Homes Programme: 90% of Projects Must Begin in Next Two Years

New data from the London Assembly Housing Committee highlights a pressing challenge for the Affordable Homes Programme (AHP) 2021-26. According to the report, over 90% of the homes promised under this scheme need to start construction within the next two years to meet the programme’s goals. The AHP, designed to deliver between 23,900 and 27,100 affordable homes by March 2026, has seen limited progress. By March 2024, only 1,777 homes had begun construction. This delay has raised concerns, as completions for the current phase must be achieved by 2030. Several factors contribute to this delay. The ongoing impacts of inflation,

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September 26, 2024 No Comments
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New JLL and Richmont Partnership Unlocks Lucrative UK Property Investment Opportunities for Thai Buyers

A new partnership between Jones Lang LaSalle’s (JLL) International Residential business and Richmont’s Co Ltd is opening fresh opportunities for Thai investors to venture into the UK property market. This collaboration promises a wide range of property types and price points in London and other global investment hubs, catering to both high-end buyers and those looking to diversify their portfolios with lower-price assets. James Puddle, head of International Residential for JLL in Southeast Asia, emphasized the significance of this agreement at a press conference. He highlighted that London remains an attractive market due to low global interest rates and a

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September 21, 2024 No Comments