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Insights 06.04.26

The government’s proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) are seeking to bolster development within 800m of any ‘well connected’ station.

Full Steam Ahead? Understanding how Heritage may impact the new ‘Well Connected Stations’ policy

Insights 01.04.26

The Government has confirmed their response to the Future Homes and Buildings Standards (March 2026), providing long-awaited clarity on how new homes and buildings in England will need to be designed and delivered.

Future Homes Standard: what it means for delivery

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Insights 24.03.26

Understanding how long Local Plan examinations take in 2026 is critical for developers and promoters navigating the planning system, with timelines, average durations and increasing delays shaping decisions on when to submit applications and pursue appeals.

How Long Are Local Plan Examinations Taking?

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Insights 23.03.26

Co-living is reaching an important inflection point.

Why Institutional Capital Is Finally Taking Co-living Seriously

Insights 23.03.26

A cautiously optimistic start to 2026 has given way to renewed uncertainty, as geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures and mortgage market volatility reshape the outlook for residential development this spring.

Residential Development Update Spring 2026

Report 10.03.26

Rural businesses, landowners and energy investors are operating in a landscape shaped by continued reform, environmental ambition and shifting market dynamics as we head in to 2026.

Rural Outlook 2026

Insights 06.03.26

Heritage assets are a bit like surprise guests at a dinner party: sometimes charming, sometimes challenging - but always deserving of attention.

5 Ways Heritage Assets Can Derail Your Development Scheme (And How to Avoid the Delays)

Blog 03.03.26

When we examined life science and technology convergence in 2023, we observed computation beginning to reshape the scientific method. At that point, 35% of life science companies were already employing AI, with nearly three-quarters expecting to adopt it to some degree within five years.

AI Reshaping the Cambridge Office and Lab Market

Insights 19.02.26

The draft National Planning Policy Framework represents a significant departure from the status quo for national planning policy.

Draft NPPF: An Education Estates Perspective on the Reforms

Report 17.02.26

Every £1 invested in early intervention programmes supporting at-risk young people generates up to £4.52 in savings to the public purse, according to a new independent study by real estate adviser Bidwells and youth charity RE N-GAGE.

RE-N-GAGE Economic and Social Value Assessment 2026

Insights 01.02.26

While Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) continues as a statutory requirement in the planning system, we have reviewed the following potential changes to the policy and how this may impact developments.

Biodiversity Net Gain Update - February 2026

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Insights 30.01.26

On coming to power in 2024, the Labour government put its full force behind boosting productivity. This included a direct recognition of the importance of critical UK industries in the Science and Technology sector which compete on the global scale for talent, space and investment.

Draft NPPF: Turbo charging economic development

Arc Market Databook Oxford industrial Spring 2021b

Arc Market Databook - Oxfordshire Industrial, spring 2021

Record levels of demand fuelled by acceleration of online retailing and active S&T sector throughout the pandemic.

18.03.21

Arc Market Databook Cambridge industrial Spring 2021

Arc Market Databook Cambridgeshire Industrial - Spring 2021

Supply in Cambridge reached its lowest level in more than 15 years.

18.03.21

Arc Market Databook M1 South Industrial - Spring 2021

Requirements increased 130% driven by distribution and high-tech engineering sectors.

18.03.21

Bidwells Arc Market Databook London Offices Labs Spring 2021

Arc Market Databook London Offices - spring 2021

Rapid vaccine roll-out creates positive long-term sentiment with investors

01.03.21

Bidwells Arc Market Databook M1 South Offices Labs Spring 2021

Arc Market Databook M1 South Offices and Labs - spring 2021

Office supply in Milton Keynes at its lowest level since 2007

01.03.21

Bidwells Arc Market Databook Norfolk Offices Labs Spring 2021

Arc Market Databook Norfolk Suffolk Offices and Labs - Spring 2021

While the pandemic takes its toll on the office market, tech continues to evolve

01.03.21

Bidwells Arc Market Databook Oxfordshire Offices Labs Spring 2021

Arc Market Databook Oxfordshire Offices and Labs - Spring 2021

The pressure of demand continued to drive rental growth during the crisis

01.03.21

Bidwells Arc Market Databook Cambridge Offices Labs Spring 2021.

Arc Market Databook Cambridgeshire Offices and Labs - Spring 2021

Cambridge laboratory sector sees highest level of requirements in five years

28.02.21

Little Trochry - Changes to Permitted Development Rights

Changes to Permitted Development Rights is positive news for Scottish farmers

The Scottish Government recently announced its new rules for the development of agricultural buildings, bringing with it some very positive news for farmers.

24.02.21

Homes after lockdown - Cambridge survey report

Over the last year, our homes have doubled-up as workplaces, classrooms and, for those shielding, become the extent of their world.

10.02.21

Cambridge Residential Rental Market, spring 2021

The economic and human costs of the Covid-19 crisis deepened during the fourth quarter as we embarked nationally on a second, and now, third lockdown period. Cambridge has remained at the centre of the pandemic response with activity continuing in the city’s university R&D buildings and across its science parks and quarters.

02.02.21

Housing Delivery Test 2020 Result

The Housing Delivery Test (HDT) results for 2020 have now been published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). Suzi Green gives her commentary on the results and what this means for development opportunities in our region.

22.01.21

Jun 2026

Creating a Scientific Superpower 2026

Brought to you by the Oxford-Cambridge Supercluster Board, the Creating a Scientific Superpower conference is back for its fifth year.

03.06.26

May 2026

Bidwells at UKREiiF 2026: Innovation Unlocked

Bidwells at UKREiiF 2026. Exploring innovation clusters, AI and robotics, clean energy, UK housing and social impact - with the people shaping them.

19.05.26

May 2026

Bidwells Oxford Town & Gown 10K 2026

Bidwells Oxford 10k is the oldest run in our Town and Gown series and will be back on Sunday 10 May 2026. Register your place now. Don’t miss out.

10.05.26

Apr 2026

Spring Local Plan Watch 2026

Join us this April for our Local Plan Watch Breakfast Briefing, where we will explore the key planning developments shaping the eastern region this Spring.

22.04.26

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Nov 2025

Oxford Productivity Engine Conference 2025

Driving Productivity in Oxfordshire through Civic Transformation and Technological Revolution

19.11.25

Oct 2025

Amplifying Black Voices in the Built Environment

We are delighted to invite you to a special panel discussion hosted by Bidwells in celebration of Black History Month.

16.10.25

Oct 2025

Bidwells Cambridge Town & Gown 10K 2025

Bidwells Cambridge 10k is Muscular Dystrophy's autumn run of the series and will be back on Sunday 5 October 2025. Register your place now. Don’t miss out.

05.10.25

Sep 2025

Essex Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution Breakfast Briefing

Chelgate Local and Bidwells, in conjunction with the Essex Developers Group, invite you to join us at a focused breakfast briefing on the biggest changes to local government in Essex for decades.

12.09.25

Sep 2025

BioWednesday | Now is the Time to Go Big : Scaling Science and Tech Successfully

In partnership with One Nucleus we are delighted to invite you to our breakfast seminar, Now is the Time to Go Big: What Science & Tech Businesses Need to Scale Successfully, drawing on insights from Bidwells’ latest report Investment for Growth.

10.09.25

Sep 2025

Rural Mega Relay Challenge

In September 2025, our Rural teams took on the Rural Mega Relay Challenge in support of Muscular Dystrophy UK (MDUK).

04.09.25

Jun 2025

Creating a Scientific Superpower 2025

Brought to you by the Oxford-Cambridge Supercluster & Bidwells, the Creating a Scientific Superpower conference returned for its fourth year.

05.06.25

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May 2025

Devolution, the opportunity for Oxfordshire

Bidwells and Cavendish invite you to an exclusive breakfast and panel session of insightful speakers, bringing together key experts to discuss the future of governance and growth in Oxfordshire.

28.05.25

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