BUSINESS NEWS

The property market has had its busiest month in more than 10 years, with buyers and sellers increasing their activity after the initial COVID-19 lockdown.

Sovereign has indicated that its plans to build 1,900 new homes this year are under threat due to the disruption caused by COVID-19.

ENGIE says it is going to review its Scottish construction and regeneration business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Residents in the South West of England are asked for their thoughts on the proposed merger of housing associations Solon South West and United Communities.

Landlords in England, Wales, and Scotland can get joint membership of associations north or south of the border following a NRLA and SAL partnership.

John Lewis says online shopping and the COVID-19 pandemic has made it consider moving into the affordable housing market.