This World Habitat Day, kicking off Urban October, Conway Chartered Surveyors is taking a moment to recognise a significant privilege: the inherent security and quality afforded by robust UK housing standards. In our work across London and the UK, we
As a RICS surveyors we play a crucial role in commercial lease negotiations and rent reviews by providing expert, impartial advice and acting as a skilled negotiator. Their value comes from our deep understanding of market data, legal frameworks, and
As a RICS surveyor, I welcome Steve Reed MP to his new role as Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government. His appointment comes at a critical time for our built environment, and I hope it signals a
It was a pleasure to visit The Sash Window Workshop’s manufacturing plant in Bracknell this week, alongside Sukh from the Landmark Group. Seeing a successful, multi-million turnover UK company firsthand was inspiring, especially hearing about the journey from the Managing
Although difficult to determine, it is estimated that approximately 75% of properties in the UK have some form of flat roof, whether that is the whole of the property, (many of the high-rise flats and commercial blocks in city areas
You may have heard the term “Japanese Knotweed” mentioned, but do you truly understand what it is and why it is such a serious concern? This seemingly harmless plant, Reynoutria japonica (formerly Fallopia japonica), is an invasive perennial species originally
It is difficult to predict the number of homes in the UK that will experience some form of subsidence, but the British Insurance Brokers Association estimates its at around 20% and the problem is likely to worsen as we experience
Considering some of the economic shock waves the Global markets have had to sustain over the past weeks, I am encouraged that my industry is experiencing a positive outlook. This is supported by growth in infrastructure investment, with investments in
