Gov launches timber roadmap to boost UK construction and reduce emissions
The government has announced a new roadmap to increase the use of timber in the construction of homes and buildings, in a move designed to reduce emissions and reach net zero. Using timber in construction is one of the best ways to reduce emissions from buildings. Around 25% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions are […]
Gatwick Diamond delegation attending 2024 Global Real Estate Conference
The Gatwick Diamond, with leading local and regional authorities, are joining forces with private sector affiliates to showcase the region to over 10,000 investors, developers, occupiers and local authorities at UKREiiF 2024. Under the Invest in the Gatwick Diamond umbrella, this is the region’s first-ever delegation to The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum […]
COP28: Over 110 nations vow to triple renewable energy by 2030
Leaders from more than 110 nations have committed to a collective effort to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030 at COP28 in Dubai. Additionally, they pledged to double the annual rate of energy efficiency improvements. Rana Adib, REN21 Executive Director said: “This pledge sends a positive signal from this COP, which is the first […]
Salary threshold for migrant worker visa set to rise
The government is expected to hike the minimum salary required for foreign workers to be eligible for a work visa as part of plans to curb migration. It is understood the minimum salary for a skilled worker visa will rise from the current level of £26,200. There are also expected to be curbs on visas […]
UK’s association to £80 billion Horizon research secured
The UK’s association to the world-leading Horizon and Copernicus programmes has been officially sealed, with Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan visiting Brussels to turbo-charge efforts to maximise UK involvement. This deal is set to create and support thousands of new jobs as part of the next generation of research talent and will help deliver […]
The UK’s Leading Role In the Race to Introduce Sustainable Aviation Fuel
What does sustainable aviation fuel mean for the Gatwick Diamond?
Four new Manor Royal units now available
Following completion of a quality refurbishment, agents Graves Jenkins are offering four units to let at Unit C Woolborough Lane, Manor Royal. The units range from 7,545 sq ft up to 15,146 sq ft, or could be combined for larger occupiers, available on new leases at a rent of £14.50 psf. Read more here
New DPD Distribution Centre plans approved
A new DPD distribution centre is set to be built in Manor Royal creating around 130 jobs. The centre is set to be built on land off Hydehurst Lane. The plans were recommended for approval at a council meeting on November 14, but a legal agreement must first be agreed and a notification period with […]
UK and US develop new global guidelines for AI security
The UK has published the first global guidelines to ensure the secure development of AI technology. In testament to the UK’s leadership in AI safety, agencies from 17 other countries have confirmed they will endorse and co-seal the new guidelines. The guidelines aim to raise the cyber security levels of artificial intelligence and help ensure […]
Microsoft to invest £2.5bn in British AI infrastructure
Tech giant Microsoft has pledged £2.5bn to build AI infrastructure in the UK as part of a raft of overseas investments announced by the government on Sunday. The investment will bring more data centres and “thousands” of graphics processing units – circuits used to power AI applications – to the UK. It forms part of […]