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Batterseas’s New Covent Garden Regeneration Plan

Posted on December 16, 2014

The Nine Elms area of Battersea in south-west London will be part of a new regeneration plan. Announced in November 2014, the 57-acre project will be developed by a consortium that includes St Modwen Properties, construction firm Vinci and the Covent Garden Market Authority. At the heart of the regeneration plan will be the refurbishment of New Covent Garden. Set to begin construction in spring 2015, the project will include new housing and office space as well as recreation and leisure facilities. The proposal calls for the redevelopment of New Covent Garden, which has received planning permission for an extensive … Read More

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Scotland’s Regeneration Strategy

Posted on December 9, 2014

Being one of the UK’s most dynamic and forward-looking areas, Scotland has been increasingly profiling itself as a prosperous business and investment location. The area’s potential has been thoroughly explored by the Scottish Executive, who drafted the ambitious Scotland’s Regeneration Plan in December 2011. So what exactly are the objectives of this master plan for Scotland and how will it impact those who live and work in the area? Take a look at our detailed overview of Scotland’s Regeneration Plan and of its scope. An overview of Scotland’s Regeneration Plan In December 2011, Cabinet Secretary for Infrastructure and Capital Investment … Read More

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Wigan Town Centre Regeneration Plan

Posted on December 3, 2014

Approved in November 2014, the Wigan town centre regeneration plan is a £60 million scheme that is aimed at stemming the decline of the community’s commercial hub. The project will transform the town centre into an exciting and vibrant shopping and leisure attraction. It is also designed to help make Wigan one of the North West’s premier shopping destinations. Plans for the redevelopment of town centre were first released in 2013 and the project will be supported entirely by private funders. The regeneration plan for Wigan town centre will see the existing Galleries Shopping Centre redeveloped into a modern retail destination. … Read More

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Office Secret Santa

Posted on November 25, 2014

Organising an office Secret Santa can be a lot of fun, but without the right approach it can cause unnecessary anxiety. Fortunately, forward planning, a few rules, and strict deadlines are all you need to make your Secret Santa a success. Who is Going to Run the Secret Santa? If you’re not in charge of the Secret Santa yourself, who is? Make sure this person is a willing participant, as the whole event can turn into organisational chaos if their heart isn’t in it. Now for some organisational ground rules: you need to begin by setting a budget. Consider who … Read More

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Derby Regeneration Plan – the Making of a Sustainable City

Posted on November 20, 2014

Once a rural settlement rich in natural resources, the city of Derby has successfully transformed itself into a thriving manufacturing and business centre favoured by large multinationals and individual entrepreneurs alike. Over the past few decades, Derby has managed to retain its competitive edge, and as a result, it has been listed as one of the top 20 most sustainable cities in the United Kingdom. In order to achieve this status, Derby has had to adapt itself to a changing social and economic environment. In turn, this has prompted the development of various regeneration schemes that aim to make the … Read More

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Office Requirements: Computer Equipment

Posted on November 13, 2014

Prime Office Space has compiled a series of guides to help you with all your Office Requirement needs which include Office Planning, Office Equipment, Communications Equipment, Office Furniture, Computer Software, Computer Equipment and Office Supplies. This week we will be looking at: Computer Equipment Buying computer equipment for your office is a critical decision, especially if your business is growing. The most important step is to identify your business needs and determine how you plan to use the computer equipment to help your business grow further without buying excessive machinery that will only increase the cost of capital for unnecessary equipment. The basic … Read More

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Gatwick Airport for Business Travellers

Posted on November 11, 2014

Business travel is all about comfort, efficiency, and first-class services and facilities. If your job requires you to travel through Gatwick airport frequently, take a look at our travel business guide to the second largest single-runway airport in the United Kingdom. Business Travel Stats More than 45 airlines use Gatwick’s two terminals to link the UK with more than 200 destinations all over the world. The busiest routes go to well-known business destinations like Edinburgh, Glasgow, Barcelona, Dubai, and Geneva. In fact, the airport has links to 46 of the top 50 European business destinations. The construction of a second runway … Read More

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Corporate Christmas Gift Giving Tax Guide

Posted on October 30, 2014

With the festive season just around the corner, you might already be thinking about giving gifts to your staff. There are ways for you to give Christmas gifts, without having to pay tax. Unfortunately, the rules surrounding avoiding tax when giving Christmas gifts are a little unclear in places. Learning more about them can help you avoid costly fines. Cash Gifts and Vouchers HMRC has made it quite clear that cash gifts are taxable. This includes vouchers, so you can forget popping to Debenhams to buy a few for your employees to enjoy. Vouchers and shop credit are seen as … Read More

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Conversation Starters for Networking Events

Posted on October 23, 2014

Whether you’re new to events or you’re adept at working a room, sometimes you might find yourself in need of a few conversation starters. Mingling at an event can feel particularly daunting when you’re new to a company or industry, but it’s a necessary part of the business world. Fortunately, there are some conversation starters everyone can employ to make events easier. Look Out for Other People on Their Own Unless the room is full of super confident networkers, the chances are someone else is going to be feeling out of place too. Take a look around the room for … Read More

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The Warrington Regeneration Plan

Posted on October 16, 2014

The Warrington Regeneration Plan is the Warrington Borough Council’s plan for redeveloping the Bridge Street area in the town centre. The £52 million regeneration plan was announced in 2013 and will revitalise an important retail hub for the town. Once complete, the project will create a family-friendly destination for shopping, entertainment and leisure. About the Plan Announced in October 2013, the Bridge Street regeneration plan will revitalise the traditional retail heart of the town centre. The plan for Bridge Street will include the development of a new multiplex cinema and a new civic centre, which will be the home of civic … Read More

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