In this episode of Real Talk, we’re joined by Matt Sal, Colliers’ UK Sustainability Manager and Amelia McNeilly, Sustainability Consultant in our Project & Building Consultancy team.

During their discussion they explore how corporations' attitudes towards sustainability has evolved, and the continuing journey that’s needed for business to address the climate crisis.

Key topics include:

The role of sustainability accreditations in the journey towards net zero emissions.

- How social value is measured in ESG.

- The real world application of sustainability, compared to the theory of it.

- How big business attitudes towards sustainability has changed.

- And how companies are becoming more accountable for their sustainability initiatives, and trying to avoid greenwashing.

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In this episode of Real Talk, we’re joined by Paul Matthews and Tom Rollinson from our Retail Strategy & Analytics team.

Together they explore the evolution of space within the retail industry and how landlords and occupiers can optimise their retail spaces to meet the needs of today’s consumer. 
Key topics include: 

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In this episode of Real Talk, host David Strugnell, Business Development Director for Colliers’ Rating team is joined by Head of our business rates department, John Webber.

They outline key areas for reform, including reducing the UBR multiplier, extending empty property rates relief, and introducing annual revaluations.

Key topics include:

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This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to constitute professional advice. Colliers makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, suitability, or reliability of the content. Colliers accepts no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or its content. This podcast is the property of Colliers and should not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or quoted in whole or in part without Colliers’ prior written consent. Colliers reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue this podcast at any time without notice.

In this episode of Real Talk, join Guy Gilfillan, Director of National Offices, and William Cummock, Surveyor for National Offices, as they explore the commercial property opportunities at Teesworks and Teesside International Airport.

They discuss the transformative potential of these key freeport sites in the northeast of England, focusing on sectors such as low carbon energy, sustainable industry, advanced manufacturing, and aviation. The discussion highlights the vast 4,500-acre Teesworks development, noting its strategic advantages including substantial power resources and proximity to North Sea offshore wind clusters. Additionally, they examine Teesside International Airport's 818-acre site and its potential to address the UK's critical shortage of commercial hangar space.

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This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to constitute professional advice. Colliers makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, suitability, or reliability of the content. Colliers accepts no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or its content. This podcast is the property of Colliers and should not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or quoted in whole or in part without Colliers’ prior written consent. Colliers reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue this podcast at any time without notice.

In this episode we are joined by James Cubitt, Head of Colliers’ Birmingham Office and Lee Layton, Head of Operational Real Estate Research. 

Facilitated by Kirsten Hald, James and Lee discuss Birmingham's built-to-rent (BTR) market’s significant growth. Key factors contributing to Birmingham’s thriving BTR environment which are discussed include: 

This podcast was recorded on the 30th April 2024. 

In this bonus episode, Fay McEwan chair of Colliers UK charity committee talks with John Burgess, Vice chair of Colliers Gives, about the realm of corporate philanthropy, where business meets social impact head-on.

Throughout their conversation, they peel back the layers to uncover what charities really look for from corporate partnerships and consider what more leaders could be doing to spearhead transformative change through charitable initiatives.

Listen in to find out more.

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This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to constitute professional advice. Colliers makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, suitability, or reliability of the content. Colliers accepts no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or its content. This podcast is the property of Colliers and should not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or quoted in whole or in part without Colliers’ prior written consent. Colliers reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue this podcast at any time without notice. 

In this episode of Real Talk we are joined by Simon Glenn, our

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In this episode Alanna Peach in our Operational Capital Markets team and Holly Gillingham in our Planning team take a look at the supply / demand imbalance for build-to rent assets from both an investment and planning perspective. What are the biggest issues facing those who own or are prospective owners of BTR properties and how can planning help or hinder with getting developments online and spades in the ground? 

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This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to constitute professional advice. Colliers makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, suitability, or reliability of the content. Colliers accepts no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or its content. This podcast is the property of Colliers and should not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or quoted in whole or in part without Colliers’ prior written consent. Colliers reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue this podcast at any time without notice. 

In this episode of Colliers’ Real Talk we focus on the financial markets and how they interact with sustainability within commercial real estate.

Amy Griffiths, director in our Debt Advisory team speaks to Matt Sal, Colliers’ UK Sustainability Manager about the markets’ appetite for investing in the sector and how the attitude towards sustainability measures and climate change risk has evolved.

Listen in to find out what motivates and incentives investors when funding commercial real estate. 

This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to constitute professional advice. Colliers makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, suitability, or reliability of the content. Colliers accepts no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or its content. This podcast is the property of Colliers and should not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or quoted in whole or in part without Colliers’ prior written consent. Colliers reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue this podcast at any time without notice.  

This week on Colliers’ Real Talk we are joined by Alanna Peach and George Adams from our Operational Capital Markets team. 

The duo sit down to discuss the trends affecting the UK student accommodation market from investors sentiment to demographic trends, whilst also forecasting how the sector will fare in 2024. 

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