Rick de Blaby Announces Departure as Get Living CEO
Get Living chief executive officer Rick de Blaby has announced his intention to step down in 2026, after more than nine years at the helm of the business.
Nottingham Student Housing Project Successfully Completed
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has completed a £26 million, 323-bedroom student accommodation scheme called Fabric at 77 Talbot Street, Nottingham, transforming a former office block into high-specification student living ahead of the 2025/26 academic year.
The Dot Group appoints Justin Robinson as Chief Financial Officer
The Dot Group appointed Justin Robinson as Chief Financial Officer to lead its global finance team and advance financial strategy, supporting the company’s international expansion from its London base.
Fusion Secures Approval for Second Brent Cross Student Scheme
Fusion and Cheyne Capital are delivering a 666-room PBSA scheme at Brent Cross Town, part of the £8bn, 180-acre regeneration led by Related Argent and Barnet Council, with the new block opening this month for the academic year.
McAleer & Rushe and Vita Group Complete Edinburgh PBSA Development
McAleer & Rushe and Vita Group have topped out their 267-bed Vita Student accommodation at New Waverley, Edinburgh, marking the structural completion of the project set for the 2026 academic year.
Unipol Survey Shows Growing Financial Pressure from Rising Student Housing Costs
Students seeking accommodation for their second year and beyond are struggling with affordability, with 7 out of 10 forced to revise their rental expectations...
MCR Strengthens Sheffield Student Holdings Through Truro Works Acquisition
MCR Property Group has acquired Truro Works, a 237-unit student accommodation scheme in Sheffield, marking its second operational site in the city alongside Park Village, with a third development underway.
Student Housing Approved for Former Leith Bingo Hall Site
Longstone Limited secured planning approval for 200 student flats at the former Club 3000 bingo hall on Manderston Street in Edinburgh’s Leith Conservation Area.
UTB Introduces Lending Solutions for Student Housing Developers
United Trust Bank has launched a new lending range targeting experienced developers in the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector across England and Wales, offering loans from £7.5m to £35m with terms up to 60 months covering acquisition to long-term investment.
Moorfield and Tiger Developments Partner to Deliver PBSA Project in Bristol
Moorfield Group and Tiger Developments have formed a joint venture to deliver a 204-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in Bristol, funded by Moorfield Real Estate Fund V and managed by Host, with Watkin Jones appointed as delivery and contracting partner.