Pop-ups in Shopping Centres: turning void space into commercial opportunity
Retail property is entering 2026 with renewed strength and investor confidence. Knight Frank forecasts that retail, including shopping centres, will deliver total returns of around 9.5%, outperforming many other commercial property sectors. At the same time, shopper behaviour is evolving. Footfall data shows a 5.3% year-on-year rise in visits after 5pm, as consumers increasingly combine […]…
Predictability Is Boring and that’s the point
Predictability isn’t something that tends to get much attention. If anything, it’s often positioned as the opposite of innovation. But in environments like airports, that framing doesn’t really hold up. For passengers, the experience isn’t about being surprised. It’s about knowing what’s happening, where to go, and how long things will take. That sense of […]…
Inside the Growth of Luxury Airport Lounges in the UK
The continued expansion of premium airport lounges reflects a broader shift in passenger expectations. The opening of a seventh luxury lounge at Liverpool John Lennon Airport is part of that trend, with further developments expected as demand continues to grow. What was once a more limited, premium-only offering is becoming increasingly accessible. More passengers are […]…
A Practical Two-Year Plan to Prepare for Martyn’s Law
Preparing for Martyn’s Law isn’t something that lends itself well to last-minute action. A more structured approach is likely to deliver better results. A two-year timeframe gives organisations the opportunity to build things properly, rather than rushing to implement changes under pressure. The first year should focus on understanding what’s required. That means looking at […]…
Martyn’s Law: Why Thousands of UK Businesses Still Aren’t Ready
As Martyn’s Law moves closer, there’s still a noticeable gap between awareness and actual preparedness across UK businesses. The legislation is expected to affect a large number of publicly accessible venues, with an emphasis on improving readiness for potential threats. Yet many organisations haven’t moved much beyond initial awareness. Estimates suggest that up to 650,000 […]…
Gender Inequality in Construction Remains a Persistent Challenge
Gender inequality continues to present a real challenge across the construction sector, despite the increasing focus placed on diversity in recent years. While there has been some progress, it remains uneven. Women are still significantly underrepresented across many roles, particularly in site-based and senior positions. That points to something deeper than a recruitment issue. Perception […]…