Insight

New mayors and geographies have, predictably, been the focus of much of the coverage of the devolution white paper published earlier this week. 

Just making it easier to get planning permission won’t mean that those planning permissions will be for affordable or social homes. 

Uncertainty is an opportunity for businesses and individuals to step into the void that it leaves, and lead.

When the government consults on changes to local government (which we expect at the end of the month), don’t expect there to be people clamouring to respond.

One of the key distinctions between business-to-consumer and business-to-business communications is the difference between marketing to an individual, and marketing to a group. 

Threaded throughout the Budget is an interesting question about growth. There were some big numbers for key sectors and some capital investment in infrastructure, but how is all this going to be delivered?

Business rates had quite an airing in the Budget, with significant changes now, plus the promise of more in the future. Here is a breakdown of the changes.

Here is a run-down on how to come back from a faux pas and how to make a win out of it.

LinkedIn is not just about turning up. It's about turning up with a purpose and the right content. Learn how to achieve it with this short blog.

Learn how to effect a deeper connection with your target audience through tone of voice.

The private rent sector is set to experience the most significant transformation in decades with the introduction of the new Renters Reform Bill.

There’s a fine line between confidence and hubris. One will take you far in virtually every aspect of your life and the other will make you look like a prat. At the opposite side of the spectrum, it’s easy to lack the confidence to speak up on anything. Worst of all the outcomes, this could lead to you being ignored.

Obviously, there are oodles of benefits to having a top class social media presence. More people will find out about you and what you do, you can connect with potential and existing clients on a more personal level, and you can demonstrate that you’re up to speed with current industry news and trends.

Shared owners across the UK have faced high home maintenance costs due to the rising cost of living and repair responsibilities detailed in their leases. However, the introduction of the new shared ownership model lease has marked a positive shift.

Thought leadership is no longer optional if you want to get ahead of the crowd. Find out how you can step into the conversation with confidence and poise with this week's marketing insight.

Getting your brand messaging right can make or break you. Try writing for one person to capture the things that matter to your target audience.

The Valuation Office Agency is in the process of creating the next rating list based on April 2024 rental values, and we're seeing more VOA requests for information than ever before.

Labour have a manifesto pledge to scrap the business rates system. I delved into the Keir Starmer's Plan for Change to find out why and how.

The relationship between landlords and residents was rigid and defined by contractual obligations. Over the past few years this has shifted dramatically.

How can smaller brands compete with the big boys? Be smart and play a game that gives you the advantage.