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New analysis from UK Finance highlights the impact of family financial support in the first-time buyer (FTB) market – often known as the Bank of Mum and Dad. UK Finance looked at assisted and unassisted buyers in terms of deposits, age, household income and purchase price in 2024 and found notable differences across these in each region of the UK as shown in the table below. Nationally, first-time buyers who receive assistance are able to buy a home at an average age of just over 30, with an average household income of £56,000. In contrast, those purchasing without support tend…

Ahead of the sanctions compliance deadline this week, property transaction services provider Coadjute is urging letting agents to take action to ensure they are fully prepared for the new regulatory requirements. From 14 May, letting agents will be required to screen all landlords, tenants, and — where applicable — beneficial owners of corporate landlords or tenants against the UK Sanctions List. Any positive matches must be reported immediately to the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI). John Reynolds, co-founder and chief operating officer at Coadjute, is encouraging letting agents to see the deadline not as a burden, but as an…

Location : The M6 northbound between junctions J13 and J14 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 01:45 and 02:00 on 12 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:45 and 02:00 on 12 May 2025. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures. Source link

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has to the decision by National Trading Standards (NTS) to withdraw material information guidance for estates and lettings professionals, stating that it creates uncertainty for our members and consumers. The organisation adds that it is now open to working with others in the sector, such as the Home Buying and Selling Council and MHCLG, to address the gaps left by the announcement by NTS. RICS said: “This [material information guidance for estates and lettings professionals] guidance was developed to provide clarity for professionals, helping them meet their legal obligations under Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations…

Vehicles pitched up on the site near Lurgashall, Petworth, earlier this month.  Unauthorised works were reported to have taken place and enforcement notices were issued.  On Friday, May 9, Chichester District Council reported that it had served a High Court notice, prohibiting anymore vehicles from parking on the land. Pictures taken today, May 11, show that caravans are still parked on the site in the South Downs National Park. Councillor Adrian Moss, leader of Chichester District Council, said: “We were made aware of unauthorised works at the site early on Friday, May 2.  “Our planning enforcement officers were sent out…

Foam Blowing Agents MarketThe global foam blowing agents market was estimated at $1.2 billion in 2020 and is expected to hit $1.9 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 4.8% from 2021 to 2030. According to the report published by Allied Market Research, the Foam Blowing Agents Market by Applications (Polyurethane, Polystyrene, Polyolefins, Others), By Product Type (Hydrocarbons, Hydrofluorocarbons, Hydrochlorofluorocarbons, OTHERS): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2020-2030. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the top investment pockets, top winning strategies, drivers & opportunities, market size & estimations, competitive scenario, and varying market trends. Download sample PDF: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/request-sample/1850 Rise…

Sunday 11 May 2025 12:27 pm  |  Updated:  Sunday 11 May 2025 12:28 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Home secretary Yvette Cooper said the government is still looking to improve trade with the US. Credit: Jacob King/PA Wire The government wants “to go further in terms of the trading relationship with the US”, the Home Secretary has said, as an American economist warned the deal struck with Donald Trump this week “isn’t worth the paper it’s written on”. Joseph Stiglitz told Sky News that…

Glasgow Road Police recently stopped the driver on the M8. It is the second time they have been pulled over for disqualified driving and having no insurance.  The driver has been reported and their vehicle was seized.  READ NEXT: Man taken to hospital following crash on busy street in Glasgow (Image: Image from Police Scotland Greater Glasgow) Taking to X, traffic cops issued a warning, saying: “Don’t think you’ll be caught? Think again.”  They also wrote: “This driver was stopped by Glasgow Road Police on the M8 in Glasgow. “Turns out its the second time in as many weeks they had been stopped -…

"You hear about cancer, but you never think it’s going to happen on your own front door. When I was first told, I can’t even remember leaving the hospital" Source link

Ruth Jones has walked away with the BAFTA for female performance in comedy for her role of NessaRuth Jones has won a BAFTA(Image: BAFTA via Getty Images)Gavin & Stacey star Ruth Jones had a heartfelt message for her co-writer James Cordon after picking up a BAFTA award. She won the Bafta at the star-studded ceremony on Sunday, May 11, for her portrayal of Nessa in the Gavin & Stacey finale.Breaking viewing records, the finale was watched by millions on Christmas Day 2024 – with even more people tuning in on catch-up. Ruth, from Bridgend, writes the series with James Corden,…