Plus – REA gives up on Rightmove, fire safety measures cause Berkeley to rethink and Praxis raids Brockton
Hires are part of firm’s ambitions to expand into new asset classes and markets, including central London
Retailer has agreed a 10-year lease on almost 7,000 sq ft
Housing minister’s letter outlines government expectations of how quango will support its ambitions
David Hunter will step down from the role on 3 October
New role will see Fenn-Smith deliver broader strategic advice to firm’s key clients
Scheme adjusted in light of fire safety regulations
Deputy prime minister kick-starts new “partnership approach” to boost housebuilding in the capital
Ian Playford will focus on property development and management
MRP bought the office from administration earlier this year
The company has appointed Savills and Stockford Anderson to market the properties
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