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MCR Property Group has acquired two former University of Hull student accommodation blocks, The Lawns and Ferens Hall in Cottingham, with plans for a multi-million-pound refurbishment and the addition of 90 new homes, aiming to reopen modern student housing by the next academic year.

Glasgow City Council has approved HP Invest’s plans for a mixed-use development in Tradeston, Glasgow, featuring 848 student accommodation units and 252 build-to-rent apartments across six buildings totaling around 750,000 sq ft.

Global Student leads the UK and European PBSA market by offering fully integrated facilities management services that combine maintenance, compliance, and supply needs, streamlining operations for student housing providers.

The University of Liverpool has submitted a planning application to redevelop five buildings at Mulberry Court, creating 238 new student bed spaces to accommodate an expected increase of 3,000 students by 2031.

Dominus has appointed John Blanshard as director of PBSA and Sarah Reynolds as PBSA operations director to lead the launch of its student housing platform in 2026, focusing on premium student homes and university partnerships.

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.

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 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 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.