Staffordshire University unveils plans for 700 new student rooms
Plans have been unveiled for a new student village in Stoke-on-Trent. Staffordshire University said it planned to replace existing student accommodation on its main Leek Road campus, turning it into accessible parkland.
Empiric Student Property appoints COO
Pollard, who will report to CEO Duncan Garrood, will have responsibility for maintaing and enhancing ESP’s service delivery for residents across its portfolio. Pollard joins ESP from Prime Student Living, where she worked as managing director for three years.
New riverside Coventry student block approved amid concerns over its size
A new 130-bed student block will be built by the river Sherbourne in Coventry after a vote by councillors. The scheme went to the council's planning committee after locals and community groups objected on the grounds it would be too tall.
Plans submitted to build student housing at Chichester Uni
Plans to redevelop student housing at the University of Chichester have been submitted to the district council. The application from Lichfields, on behalf of the university, seeks permission to replace ‘tired and low-density student housing’ at the Bishop Otter Campus, in Havenstoke Close.
Private Halls vs University Halls: who is delivering the better student experience?
Global Student Living Index (GSL Index) data highlights year after year that students who live in private halls have higher overall levels of satisfaction....
Unite Group CEO steps down, CFO appointed as replacement
Unite Group PLC chief executive Richard Smith is to step down at the end of the year, with chief financial officer Joe Lister already singled out to replace him.
Rund oversees HG’s Newcastle PBSA build
Rund has been appointed to support HG Living with employer’s agent and quantity surveying services on its purpose-built student accommodation scheme in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Homes for Students utilises Lavanda’s PMS
Independent student accommodation provider Homes for Students has recently adopted pioneering property management platform Lavanda to support its flexible living strategy.
Powerhouses in student solutions sector join forces
Instant book platform for student accommodation Housemates and the UK’s leading rental guarantor service, Housing Hand, say their collaboration will revolutionise the way students find and secure living quarters.
Homes for Students strengthens senior team with key appointments and promotions
Homes for Students (HFS) has announced several changes within its senior team to further strengthen its position as the UK’s leading independent PBSA provider.










