Intelligence Talks

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This week, we look at the UK government’s plan to overhaul the planning system. How realistic are their proposals and why are residents and backbench Tory MPs increasingly concerned?

Anna is joined by David Cooper, planning specialist and lawyer, best known for his involvement with Arsenal FC's move from Highbury to Holloway, as well as Knight Frank co-head of residential development, Justin Gaze.

This week, Tory backbenchers warned Boris Johnson that plans to scale down the controversial reforms will not be enough to avoid a large-scale rebellion. Nearly 100 heave threatened to rebel by voting against the proposals in the autumn. Some Conservative MPS also fear that planning reform may have cost them the Chesham and Amersham by-election in June.

David and Justin share their views on the overhaul and explore why criticism is building. They also discuss alternative solutions to the housing crisis - from building new settlements, to releasing more greenfield land and investing in infrastructure and boosting funding for local authority planning departments.

Intelligence Talks is a podcast from the Research Team at Knight Frank. Every other Friday we bring you insight and analysis on property market trends and forecasts.

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Host: Anna Ward

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This week, the UK has been preparing for the first significant easing of the third national lockdown. After over three months for some parts of the UK, pub gardens and hairdressers will be reopening on Monday. As cities prepare to reopen, how are UK residential markets changing and what’s coming next? Is a ‘normal’ property market still some way off?

UK head of research Tom Bill and senior research analyst Chris Druce join host Anna Ward for this week's episode. They discuss how they think the market will evolve over the next few months, what's driving activity currently and what some of the challenges will be later in the year. They also look at what's happening in Tel Aviv, whether the flight to the country is slowing yet, the significance of London's recent sharp drop in population and the impact of ongoing international travel restrictions.

Intelligence Talks is a podcast from the Research Team at Knight Frank. Every Friday we'll be bringing you the latest insights on property market trends and forecasts, along with expert analysis from industry leaders.

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Host: Anna Ward

Producer: Penny Bell

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Classic cars have been one of the top performers in our Luxury Investment Index, but how are they faring now, and what does the future hold as environmental regulations tighten?

Andrew Shirley speaks to His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent GCVO to find out how the world of classic cars has changed. He reminisces with Andrew about his early memories of driving and most memorable experiences on the road, including a rally in Brazil in the 1970s where a wheel of his Austin Maxi snapped off, and his recent interest in buying an electric car. Prince Michael is a keen ‘hands on’ motoring enthusiast. As well as being President of The Royal Automobile Club and Patron of The Concours of Elegance.

Andrew also talks to James Knight, Managing Director of Bonhams UK, who recalls renting the Royal Albert Hall for 24 hours to sell an iconic Bugatti in the late 1980s at what was then a new world auction record of £5.5 million pounds. He also comments on the impact of the pandemic on the auction market, and why he thinks the market for classic cars has stabilised following a heady few years after the financial crisis up until about 2015.

Intelligence Talks, is a podcast from the Research Team at Knight Frank. Every Monday and Friday we’ll be bringing you the latest insights on property market trends and forecasts, along with expert analysis from industry leaders.

This podcast breaks down the news and delves into the intelligence behind the headlines.

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Host: Anna Ward - @annaroxelana

Producer: Rebecca Hills - @beckihills1

Editor: Pulama Kaufman

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We’re back with episode two of our latest series. After catching up with our New York affiliate Newmark last week on what’s happening with the office market over there, we now look at London, Paris and Hong Kong.

The next few weeks are expected to be a key test for the London office market with our research estimating there’s around £5bn worth of offices up for sale in the capital. Faisal Durrani, our Head of London commercial research, explains why London office demand is rising, while Knight Frank Hong Kong Associate Director Martin Wong, and Knight Frank France Chief Economist and Head of Research David Bourla discuss what’s driving their markets.

We also hear from architect professor Jason Pomeroy. Jason thinks cities are resilient and that we will be getting back to our every day lives fairly soon. He goes all the way back to the 14th century to illustrate why.

We finish with a look at the five key themes driving real estate. What will be influencing global real estate decisions over the next six months? Associate Partner Flora Harley and cross border commercial real estate adviser Alex James discuss office re-occupancy and currency markets.

Intelligence Talks, is a podcast from the Research Team at Knight Frank. Every Monday and Friday we’ll be bringing you the latest insights on property market trends and forecasts, along with expert analysis from industry leaders.

This podcast breaks down the news and delves into the intelligence behind the headlines.

Follow us on social media here:

Instagram - @knightfrank

Twitter - @knightfrank

LinkedIn - @Knight Frank

Host: Anna Ward - @annaroxelana

Producer: Rebecca Hills - @beckihills1

Editor: Pulama Kaufman

Any questions? Get in touch via [email protected].

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