"The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) in May 2026 marked the biggest shake-up the private rented sector has seen in recent years. "

"The new plan-making system reforms how local plans are prepared and adopted in England. The central aim is to make plan-making faster, more consistent and transparent through a proposed 30-month timetable."

"Even though it only applies to first-time buyers purchasing a new-build property, from a housing perspective by far the most important element of the Budget was the clarification of how the Your First Home scheme will operate."

"The pace of prime UK house price falls began to ease across many markets in the third quarter of 2026, as buyers and sellers became increasingly aligned on value – despite ongoing political and economic uncertainty."

"For projects on the waiting list for a grid connection, Gate 2 now makes readiness and deliverability central to their position in the queue. "

"With the summer holidays now behind us, many people will be settling back into their daily routines – and for some that means a regular commute into London."

"The team at Savills Jersey pick their favourite homes currently on the market with cosy retreats to curl up with a good book "

"The residential sales team at Savills in Guernsey pick their favourite properties for an autumn walk"

"The challenge facing central London is not one of demand, but one of a mismatch between buyer and seller expectations."