Thames Valley
Red carpets rolled out to get people back to the office
After the pandemic, there was a ‘flight to office quality’ in an attempt to lure people back to the office and companies have been at pains to deliver a more creative workplace, but have often lacked the capital expenditure to deliver on it.
Trump Trade Tariffs: Global shock abounds but what does it mean for the UK?
To reduce the United States (US) trade deficit, Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ announcement outlined sweeping plans to impose trade tariffs. This distinguishes the Trump presidency as one of the first in recent history to adopt tariffs as a preferred form of political leverage.
Vail Williams completes £3m leasing deals in five weeks
Vail Williams has successfully negotiated leasing deals worth a total of £3.07 million rent roll in just five weeks right across the Thames Valley region, with a further £6.5 million under offer.
Splash of colour transforms Oxford’s empty shops
Vail Williams is helping to brighten up grey days in Oxford by working with an artist to transform empty retail premises in the city with vibrant artworks.
Real Estate Investment Market Update: Q1 2025
Current market noise and mixed data results have made the real estate investment market increasingly difficult to decipher.
Climate Resilience – How can commercial landlords prepare?
The impact of climate change on the world is ever more visible for us all to see - from the UK’s Storm Éowyn and the devastating wildfires in the US, to the latest floods in Gran Canaria.
Expansion on the cards as Vail Williams builds on Oxford growth
It has been a year since commercial and residential property consultancy Vail Williams formally entered the Oxford market, but how has the firm got on since its decision to open a base there?
Government EPC rating data shows positive progress but more must be done
The UK Government’s latest data on Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) highlights significant improvements in the energy efficiency of commercial properties.
Digital Portfolio Management: Ushering in a new era for real estate management
Traditional property management has been transforming. Over the last two decades, we have witnessed an evolution towards more digital property management, and the pace at which this evolution is happening is accelerating.
Strategic promotions at Vail Williams
Vail Williams has made four strategic mid-year promotions as business demand continues to grow.
Going for growth: Chancellor’s plans are welcome but clarity needed
Last week (29th January), Chancellor Rachel Reeves vowed to go further and faster to kickstart economic growth as she spoke at Siemens Healthineers in Oxfordshire.