Kenneth Booth
MILWAUKEE® reveals the true cost of petrol on urban construction sites

MILWAUKEE® reveals the true cost of petrol on urban construction sites

MILWAUKEE® Tools new ‘Room to Breathe’ whitepaper for MX FUEL™ sets out the environmental, health and financial case for replacing petrol-powered light equipment with MX FUEL™ battery-powered alternatives across EMEA: Petrol-powered equipment is a significant and overlooked source of air pollution, health risk and compliance liability on construction sites. New

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Coadjute now one of Europe’s fastest-growing technology companies

Coadjute now one of Europe’s fastest-growing technology companies

Managed Service provider Coadjute has been named as one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies, securing 111th place in the prestigious 2026 Sifted 250. Described by Sifted as a “snapshot of European tech at full tilt”, the Sifted 250 recognises the 250 fastest-growing firms in the sector Europe, ranked according to percentage

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Shawbrook completes £60.5m refinancing for Grace Real Estate Partners

Shawbrook completes £60.5m refinancing for Grace Real Estate Partners

Five-year facility supports the next phase of Grace’s 832-unit Northern Portfolio strategy Shawbrook has completed a £60.5m, five-year interest-only senior facility for Grace Real Estate Partners, refinancing its 832-unit Northern Portfolio and supporting the next phase of its investment and asset management strategy. The transaction represents the largest facility completed

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Major refurbishment at iconic 43 Castle Street in Liverpool

Major refurbishment at iconic 43 Castle Street in Liverpool

A significant refurbishment programme is underway at 43 Castle Street in Liverpool City Centre, as the Local Authority Pension Fund owner invests in upgrading the iconic and well-known office building to meet evolving occupier expectations and needs. The works will focus on enhancing both workspace quality and occupier wellbeing, with

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Leading premium workspace and amenity provider x+why appointed to enhance Level 7 in one of London’s most prestigious buildings, 22 Bishopsgate

Leading premium workspace and amenity provider x+why appointed to enhance Level 7 in one of London’s most prestigious buildings, 22 Bishopsgate

x+why is delighted to announce its appointment to enhance the offering of Level 7 at 22 Bishopsgate, its first work and events space within The City of London.  This exceptional workspace, to be known as OnSeven at 22 Bishopsgate, will combine world-class hospitality, coworking, breathtaking skyline views, and a vibrant

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Issue 345 : Oct 2026

Kenneth Booth

OP transforms One Penrhyn into a connected student community for Swiss Life Asset Managers UK

OP transforms One Penrhyn into a connected student community for Swiss Life Asset Managers UK

OP has completed the transformation of the ground floor reception and communal areas at One Penrhyn in Kingston for Swiss Life Asset Managers UK, creating a vibrant 3,000 sq ft student destination designed around connection, flexibility and belonging. Located just four minutes’ walk from Kingston University, the seven-week refurbishment has transformed a previously dark and compartmentalised common room into an open, welcoming environment where residents can study, relax, meet and socialise. With approximately 80% of residents coming from overseas, creating an inclusive home-from-home that could help students connect and feel part of a community was central to the brief. OP opened up the common room and created three complementary zones: Relax, Connect and Watch. A quieter area with acoustic ceiling treatments and a large shared table supports study and group projects, while the central teapoint provides a café-style setting with a bespoke refreshment area. The entertainment zone features a large screen and gaming console for movie nights, gaming and social events. Flexibility is built into the design, with modular sofas that can be moved and regrouped and bespoke storage housing 12 pull-out stools for larger gatherings. This gives students greater ownership over the space and allows it to adapt throughout the day. Running through the scheme is a continuous feature rope light, developed as a visual representation of connection and community. During evening events, the main lighting can be reduced and the softer feature light used to create a warmer, more relaxed atmosphere. The concept continues through the building’s graphics and arrival experience, with new external imagery, signage and lighting strengthening One Penrhyn’s street presence. A community display area gives residents somewhere to share artwork, photographs, notices and upcoming events, helping the space evolve with the people using it. Natural finishes and muted base tones provide a calm backdrop, with brighter colour introduced through artwork, accessories and selected furniture. The completed scheme brings a previously underused common room back to life as a flexible and comfortable student destination. By combining spaces for quiet focus with opportunities to socialise, play and gather, One Penrhyn now provides an environment where students can spend time together and build relationships naturally. ”This project was about creating a genuine sense of belonging for students from all over the world. The graphic identity and flexible furniture work together to deliver a space that brings people together, whether that’s a large group watching a match or one person studying quietly.” Alannah Laud, Senior Designer at OP “We want to create a space where students genuinely want to spend time together. The design captures everything we’re looking for – a flexible, welcoming environment that feels like home for students from all over the world, and a unique, modern space that distinguishes One Penrhyn from the local competition.” Jake Berry, Investment Associate at Swiss Life Asset Managers UK Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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MILWAUKEE® reveals the true cost of petrol on urban construction sites

MILWAUKEE® reveals the true cost of petrol on urban construction sites

MILWAUKEE® Tools new ‘Room to Breathe’ whitepaper for MX FUEL™ sets out the environmental, health and financial case for replacing petrol-powered light equipment with MX FUEL™ battery-powered alternatives across EMEA: Petrol-powered equipment is a significant and overlooked source of air pollution, health risk and compliance liability on construction sites. New MILWAUKEE® research across more than 2,000 professional users in EMEA makes the case for accelerating the transition to battery power. The hidden cost of petrol on the construction site Petrol-powered equipment contributes to more than 108 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, with air pollution costing the EU around €600 billion a year, equivalent to 4% of GDP. WHO Europe and the European Respiratory Society report that respiratory diseases account for more than €17 billion in annual productivity losses. The human cost One in three construction workers is exposed to harmful fumes three to five days per week. On urban sites, petrol-powered tools also release harmful PM2.5 particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂). Prolonged exposure to harmful fumes is linked to asthma, COPD, lung cancer and cardiovascular disease. The shift to battery Three in four respondents to MILWAUKEE®’s survey rate their cordless experience as good or excellent. Four in five believe battery systems can serve as true petrol replacements, with noise reduction (31.8%), environmental benefits (21%) and health improvements (16%) cited as the primary motivations. As the ‘Room to Breathe’ whitepaper reveals, on total cost of ownership, the numbers make a strong case for battery power adoption. The MX FUEL™ Cut-Off Saw delivers more than €240 in annual savings over its petrol equivalent; the Breaker saves around €1,700 per year; the Tower Light saves approximately €1,800 per year. Battery equipment also eliminates recurring costs for spark plugs, filters, carburettors, air filters, drive belts and starter cords. Real-world proof Skanska Rental in Sweden ran a two-year trial before committing to full MX FUEL™ adoption. Mirza Palislamovic, Product Manager at Skanska Rental, Sweden, said safety was central to the decision. “For Skanska, safety is number one and always has been. So, if we have a product with better safety features like MX FUEL™’s AUTOSTOP™ feature, then of course it’s a big plus.” The direction of travel is clear. Palislamovic added, “By 2027, we will have all battery machines instead of petrol. So, I don’t see any problems in going from petrol to battery power.” The path forward California has banned new petrol-powered tools in built-up areas. More than 100 US municipalities have enacted restrictions, and Stockholm and Oslo have established no-emission zones. European regulators are watching closely. The ‘Room to Breathe’ whitepaper outlines the priorities the industry should champion: supporting the expansion of civic no-emission zones, educating end users on the full benefits of battery power, investing in charging infrastructure and demonstrating battery performance in real working conditions. MILWAUKEE® Jobsite Solutions (JSS) team are available to work directly with end-users, providing hands-on demonstrations across the MX FUEL™ range to help teams understand performance, runtime and total cost of ownership in the context of their own operations. To download the Room to Breathe (MX FUEL™ edition) whitepaper, click here. To find out more about MILWAUKEE®, click here. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Coadjute now one of Europe’s fastest-growing technology companies

Coadjute now one of Europe’s fastest-growing technology companies

Managed Service provider Coadjute has been named as one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies, securing 111th place in the prestigious 2026 Sifted 250. Described by Sifted as a “snapshot of European tech at full tilt”, the Sifted 250 recognises the 250 fastest-growing firms in the sector Europe, ranked according to percentage revenue growth over the past three financial years.  The achievement places Coadjute among an elite group of high-growth businesses operating within a European ecosystem of more than 50,000 funded startups. It also marks the latest milestone in an exceptional year for the company. Earlier in 2026, Coadjute was ranked No. 42 in the Sifted 100 UK & Ireland, recognising it as one of the fastest-growing businesses in the region. For Coadjute, the recognition reflects a period of rapid expansion as increasing numbers of estate agents and property professionals turn to its fully managed services to take on increasingly complex compliance and transaction-related work.  Dan Salmons, CEO of Coadjute, said: “Coadjute is proud to be one of the fastest growing companies in the UK and Ireland.   Now to be recognised by Sifted as a leading European company too is really the icing on the cake. “What makes this recognition particularly meaningful is that it is based on revenues, not opinion, so is a clear measure of the very rapid rate at which estate agents are now moving to our managed services. “UK estate agents have increasingly complex regulatory and operational responsibilities, and thanks to our market-leading technology and outstanding people, they can now handover much of that burden to us, freeing time up to focus on what they want to be doing – selling property. “This recognition belongs to our team, our customers, our partners and our investors, all of whom have played an important role in Coadjute’s rapid growth”.   Rapid growth driven by managed services Coadjute provides fully managed AML compliance services designed for estate agents, combining  specialist human oversight, efficient operations, and AI-native technology. Their AML compliance service supports agents with full compliance framework including identity verification, customer due diligence, PEPs and sanctions, Source of Funds and Source of Wealth, Enhanced Due Diligence, ongoing monitoring, business-wide risk assessments, policies and procedures, training and audit-ready reporting. The company’s managed-service model is designed to remove much of the administrative and compliance burden from estate agency teams, while giving businesses greater visibility, consistency and control. Coadjute has been continuing to expand its proposition, investing in new services to support estate agents across a broader range of compliance and transaction processes. The company is backed by Lloyds Banking Group, Nationwide, NatWest and Rightmove, and property expert and broadcaster Phil Spencer is an ambassador for the business.  Dan Salmons added: “We’re delighted to be ranked at #111 in the 2026 Sifted250 for Europe.   A friend told me that in numerology it’s a special number that means momentum, leadership and beginnings.  Certainly, with the momentum and market leadership we have, we believe this is just the beginning for Coadjute”. A growing European success story Europe is home to more than 50,000 funded startups, spanning major technology hubs across the UK, Scandinavia and continental Europe. Against that backdrop, securing 111th position in the Sifted 250 places Coadjute firmly among a small group of businesses demonstrating some of the strongest sustained revenue growth across the European technology sector. The ranking follows Coadjute’s No. 42 position in the Sifted 100 UK & Ireland earlier this year, reinforcing the company’s emergence as one of the UK property sector’s most rapidly scaling technology-enabled businesses. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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TRU welcome Kirklees Council to Huddersfield station as programme reaches halfway mark in latest series of improvement works

TRU welcome Kirklees Council to Huddersfield station as programme reaches halfway mark in latest series of improvement works

Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) teams have made strong progress with works in the Huddersfield area while the railway has been closed, with work continuing until Sunday 4 October. The new leadership of Kirklees Council were invited to see the work at Huddersfield station firsthand and discuss the benefits TRU is bringing to rail users and local communities. Their visit provided an opportunity to highlight the transformational impact TRU is having on regeneration in Huddersfield. A recent Network Rail-commissioned study found that planning applications within 1.5 miles of Huddersfield station have increased by nearly 33% since TRU funding was confirmed in 2020, with the programme estimated to generate £1.9 billion in GVA, create nearly 5,000 full-time equivalent jobs, and support the delivery of almost 1,200 new homes. This impact is being unlocked through a once-in-a-generation upgrade of the station and the wider TRU footprint. TRU teams are halfway through a 16-day closure, and during the first week improvement works included: Before the railway line reopens on Monday 5 October, works continue on: James Richardson, TRU managing director, said: “Huddersfield is one of the most significant sites across the TRU footprint. Our work at Huddersfield station and on the wider railway  will deliver a once-in-a-generation transformation, that will not only improve connectivity but help drive economic growth and wider investment in the town. “People can clearly see the progress we’ve made since work started on site in 2023 and the scale of work being undertaken during this ongoing closure, which will pave the way for real benefits for passengers by early 2027.” Councillor John Hardie, Kirklees Council Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Transport and Highways, said: “Rail travel across Kirklees is changing, and it was fantastic to see first-hand the significant work taking place to transform Huddersfield Railway Station into a station for the future. “This generational investment in our rail infrastructure will strengthen the connections to towns and cities across the north of England, unlocking new opportunities for education, employment, and training for the people of Kirklees. “The Transpennine Route Upgrade is creating a railway network fit for Kirklees that supports our position as a vibrant, well-connected place to live and work.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Shawbrook completes £60.5m refinancing for Grace Real Estate Partners

Shawbrook completes £60.5m refinancing for Grace Real Estate Partners

Five-year facility supports the next phase of Grace’s 832-unit Northern Portfolio strategy Shawbrook has completed a £60.5m, five-year interest-only senior facility for Grace Real Estate Partners, refinancing its 832-unit Northern Portfolio and supporting the next phase of its investment and asset management strategy. The transaction represents the largest facility completed by Shawbrook to date. The facility is secured across a residential portfolio in Newcastle and the wider North East. It provides Grace with a long-term capital structure as it continues to optimise income, invest in the quality and energy efficiency of the assets, and capture further rental and operational upside. Grace, a UK-focused real estate investment and asset management firm, entered the Newcastle market in 2023 with the acquisition of a 478-unit residential portfolio. In June 2025, it acquired a further 354 self-contained studios across three freehold buildings in central Newcastle, creating a residential cluster of 832 units. Following the execution of its value-add strategy, Grace sought to refinance the portfolio’s existing debt and move the assets beyond the acquisition and initial value-creation phase into a period of continued optimisation and income growth. Since acquisition, the portfolio has achieved a c.22% uplift in value over aggregate acquisition value, supported by rental growth, targeted capital expenditure, improved occupancy and the professionalisation of operations. Grace’s modernisation and energy-efficiency programme has also been delivered on time and below budget to date. Shawbrook’s Structured Real Estate team worked closely with Grace to understand the portfolio’s income performance, its vertically integrated operating platform and its wider business plan. The resulting facility was structured to align with the established income profile of the assets and support continued investment across the portfolio. Tirath Singh, Head of Structured Real Estate at Shawbrook: “We are delighted to support Grace with this significant refinancing. The portfolio’s strong performance reflects targeted investment and active management. By understanding the assets and wider business plan, we provided a flexible, long-term facility to support the next phase.” Georges Tohme, Founding Director at Grace Real Estate Partners: “Shawbrook and their professional and dedicated team engaged with both the portfolio and our wider business plan from the outset, and that understanding was central to delivering a transaction of this scale with certainty. Since our initial investment in Newcastle in 2023, we have built significant operational scale, strengthened income performance and continued to invest in the quality and energy efficiency of the assets. The new facility provides an appropriate long-term capital structure for the next phase of our business plan. We are thrilled with the outcome of this refinancing.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Kier Builds London Retrofit Pipeline with £60m Holborn Office Transformation

Kier Builds London Retrofit Pipeline with £60m Holborn Office Transformation

Kier is set to deliver a major £60 million office retrofit in London’s Holborn district after being selected as preferred contractor for Railpen’s transformation of 26 Red Lion Square. The contractor is entering into a pre-construction services agreement for the 100,000 sq ft development, known as The Fenner, ahead of a planned start on site later this year. Designed by Stiff + Trevillion, the extensive refurbishment will transform the existing building into eight floors of Grade A workspace, with construction expected to take around two years. Rather than pursuing wholesale redevelopment, the project will retain and reuse significant elements of the existing structure, combining this approach with substantial architectural and environmental upgrades. Plans include new façades addressing both Theobalds Road and Red Lion Square, alongside enhanced ground-floor amenities intended to improve the arrival experience and provide modern facilities for occupiers. More than 9,000 sq ft of roof terraces will also be introduced, adding external amenity space to the building and helping reposition the property for the next generation of central London office occupiers. Sustainability and operational performance are central to the redevelopment. Railpen is targeting BREEAM Outstanding, EPC A and a NABERS 5-star rating for The Fenner, placing ambitious environmental objectives at the heart of the refurbishment programme. Five contractors competed for the project, with Kier ultimately selected on the strength of its proposed team and experience delivering complex office schemes within central London. Graham Potts, regional director at Kier Construction London & Thames Valley, said: “Railpen is a new and significant client for Kier, one whose ambitious pipeline and progressive agenda aligns perfectly with our own values and approach.” The appointment further strengthens Kier’s growing workload in London’s commercial refurbishment and retrofit market. It follows the contractor securing Derwent London’s £99 million redevelopment of Holden House on Oxford Street, as well as The Crown Estate’s transformation of the Grade II-listed 10 Piccadilly, comprising approximately 90,800 sq ft. Together, the projects underline the increasing importance of retrofit within the capital’s office construction market as property owners look to modernise existing assets while retaining valuable structures and improving energy performance. The Fenner is also part of a much larger investment programme being undertaken by Railpen, encompassing around 600,000 sq ft of commercial refurbishment and development across London and Birmingham. With new façades, upgraded amenities, substantial roof terraces and ambitious environmental targets, the £60 million Holborn project will see an existing central London office asset comprehensively repositioned without sacrificing the embodied value of its underlying structure. For Kier, the scheme represents another significant addition to a growing portfolio of high-value retrofit projects as the transformation of existing buildings continues to become an increasingly important part of the UK commercial construction market. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Grainger Unveils £60m BTR Vision to Transform Chester’s Linenhall Site

Grainger Unveils £60m BTR Vision to Transform Chester’s Linenhall Site

Grainger is progressing plans for a £60 million Build to Rent development in the heart of Chester, which could bring around 300 professionally managed rental homes to a long-vacant city centre site. The listed residential landlord and developer is working with landowner Chester Race Company and UK Land & Property to regenerate the former Linenhall stables site, located between Chester Racecourse and the city centre. Plans are being developed for a six-storey residential scheme comprising approximately 300 BTR apartments, with a planning application expected to be submitted to Cheshire West and Chester Council in November. Subject to securing consent, construction could begin during 2027. The development would replace an existing consent for student accommodation and instead create a purpose-built rental community aimed at a broad range of residents, including young professionals, couples and people looking to downsize. Architect Falconer Chester Hall is part of the professional team developing the proposals, alongside Tier Consult, Ridge, Curtins, Fenix Heritage, Asteer Planning and Clayton Property. The Linenhall site has a long history of proposed redevelopment. Formerly occupied by stable buildings serving the nearby racecourse, the land has been cleared since 2009 and is currently operating as a surface car park. The approximately 1.8-acre site sits within Chester’s historic City Walls and a conservation area, giving the design team the challenge of introducing a substantial new residential development within one of the country’s most distinctive historic city environments. Earlier proposals for the land have included private apartments and purpose-built student accommodation, but despite previous planning permissions, a major redevelopment has yet to come forward. The latest £60 million BTR proposals could finally unlock the site while supporting the continued growth of Chester’s city centre residential population. Louise Stewart, chief executive of Chester Race Company, said the partners believe residential development represents a strong long-term use for Linenhall, with the ambition to create a high-quality scheme that contributes to the growth and vitality of the city centre. The location is particularly suited to the Build to Rent model, providing residents with access to the city centre’s employment, retail, leisure and hospitality offer while also being positioned close to Chester Racecourse and public transport connections. For Grainger, the project would add another significant development to its expanding UK BTR portfolio, while bringing its long-term rental management model into Chester. The proposals also reflect the wider role Build to Rent can play in city centre regeneration, particularly where underused brownfield or surface car park sites can be transformed into professionally managed residential communities. If approved, the Linenhall development would replace a long-standing gap in Chester’s urban fabric with around 300 new homes, representing a major investment in both the city’s residential market and its wider built environment. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Major refurbishment at iconic 43 Castle Street in Liverpool

Major refurbishment at iconic 43 Castle Street in Liverpool

A significant refurbishment programme is underway at 43 Castle Street in Liverpool City Centre, as the Local Authority Pension Fund owner invests in upgrading the iconic and well-known office building to meet evolving occupier expectations and needs. The works will focus on enhancing both workspace quality and occupier wellbeing, with a full refurbishment of the first floor alongside the introduction of new end-of-journey facilities. Due for completion in December 2026, the first-floor refurbishment will deliver a range of modern office suites, including spaces with access to private terraces. The redesign reflects changing demand for high-quality, flexible accommodation in central locations. A further phase, completing in Q1 2027, will see the delivery of new basement end-of-journey facilities. These will include showers, secure cycle storage and dry lockers, supporting more sustainable commuting choices and day-to-day convenience for occupiers. The building, located in Liverpool’s established commercial quarter and Castle Street Conservation Area, has already undergone upgrades in recent years, including improvements to the reception and selected office floors. This latest programme represents the next stage in its repositioning. Project management consultancy T&T is advising on the scheme. Simon Hepple, Project Manager at T&T, said: “Environmental and social improvements, including diversity, inclusivity, belonging and equity is embedded in all aspects of our advice and project delivery to enhance sustainability and occupant wellbeing, including access to and around the building.” Letting agent CBRE says the refurbishment is aligned with clear shifts in occupier priorities. Jade Bushell, Surveyor at CBRE, commented: “Occupier requirements have shifted significantly over recent years, with businesses prioritising quality, flexibility, ESG and wellbeing in their real estate decisions. This refurbishment scheme reflects those priorities, helping to create an environment that supports modern working practices and enhances everyday occupier experience.” Suites will be available in a range of sizes, targeting both established businesses and growing occupiers seeking a central Liverpool base with upgraded amenities. CBRE is sole letting agent. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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M Group launches first Sustainability Strategy alongside 2026 ESG Report

M Group launches first Sustainability Strategy alongside 2026 ESG Report

Five-year plan commits M Group to 100% electric company cars and a 42% cut in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY30, as FY2026 results show emissions are already 20.7% below baseline.  M Group, the UK’s leading infrastructure services partner, has launched its first Sustainability Strategy, turning its environmental, social and governance priorities into a clear set of measurable commitments through to 2032. The move comes after the Group unveiled record levels of revenue, profit and order book in its FY26 results.  Published alongside M Group’s FY2026 ESG Report, the strategy follows the Group’s first Double Materiality Assessment, carried out with independent sustainability advisers ERM. It focuses on seven material outcomes across three pillars: Environmental Stewardship, Social Responsibility, and Trusted Operations.  The Group Operations Board has endorsed the strategy, with each outcome given a named executive owner and sitting within M Group’s risk and assurance processes, with progress reported annually.  The strategy’s headline commitments include:  The accompanying FY2026 ESG Report records:  Andrew Findlay, M Group Chief Executive, said: “We support the country’s critical regulated businesses to deliver vital services for communities across the UK, and they need like-minded partners who can help them deliver their binding environmental commitments. Our ambition is simple: to leave things better than we found them – better infrastructure, better careers and a better business for those who come after us.”  Andrew Hunt, Director of ESG and Innovation at M Group, said: “The report shows how we’ve performed; the strategy sets out where we’re going. Each material outcome has an owner and a measurable target or milestone, and we’ll report progress every year. This is the direction our business is heading, will measure, and be held accountable to.”  M Group’s Sustainability Strategy 2027-2032 is available here and the ESG Report 2026 is available here  Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Leading premium workspace and amenity provider x+why appointed to enhance Level 7 in one of London’s most prestigious buildings, 22 Bishopsgate

Leading premium workspace and amenity provider x+why appointed to enhance Level 7 in one of London’s most prestigious buildings, 22 Bishopsgate

x+why is delighted to announce its appointment to enhance the offering of Level 7 at 22 Bishopsgate, its first work and events space within The City of London.  This exceptional workspace, to be known as OnSeven at 22 Bishopsgate, will combine world-class hospitality, coworking, breathtaking skyline views, and a vibrant community of ambitious professionals at the centre of the City’s financial district. Due to open in January 2027, the new space forms part of a strategy to evolve the amenity offer at 22 Bishopsgate, one of London’s most prominent office buildings, and continue to meet the changing needs of occupiers. The 12,860 sqft space will include 80 dedicated desks, 150 co-working spaces, 4 meeting rooms and 70 seat, theatre style event space which will be available 24/7. x+why will deliver its signature curated programme of events calendar for both members and other occupiers in the building including social breakfasts and drinks events, wellness including yoga and breathwork, shared curiosity and thought leadership talks. The events space and meeting rooms will be available to non-members for executive meetings, AGMs, half day or by the hour.  Under 10 minutes’ walk from Liverpool Street, Bank and Moorgate Stations, On Seven at 22 Bishopsgate offers fantastic transport links to the rest of London, the Home Counties and beyond and will provide a flexible base for businesses and individuals working in and around the City, including companies in the financial, legal and technology sectors, SMEs, entrepreneurs and hybrid workers.  Rupert Dean, founder and CEO of x+why comments: “Bringing x+why to 22 Bishopsgate is a defining milestone for us. It gives us the opportunity to deliver a workplace at its very highest level with exceptional service, outstanding amenity and experiences that bring people together. We want to create far more than somewhere people simply come to work: we want to create a destination where work, events, learning and social connection all come together.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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