News & Views - 2018
The latest news, events and insights in the Wales property world
Wardell Armstrong responds to increased demand with Cardiff expansion
Engineering, environmental and mining consultancy, Wardell Armstrong, has relocated to larger offices in Cardiff to accommodate increased demand for its services in Wales and the South West of England. The…
Proposals to tax vacant land in Wales explored
Welsh Government proposals to introduce a Vacant Land Tax in Wales were discussed at a roundtable event at the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) Wales offices in Cardiff in…
Winds of change blowing in with leasehold reforms
The Law Commission has published proposals to reform the leasehold enfranchisement process to make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders in England and Wales to purchase the freehold of their…
Welsh Government response to consultation on non-domestic rates avoidance
The Welsh Government has issued a statement setting out its intentions following the Consultation on Tackling Fraud and Avoidance of Non-domestic Rates in Wales. Mark Drakeford, Cabinet Secretary for Finance…
Surveyors channel energy for charities
Surveyors at Cooke & Arkwright were very active in September, with teams taking part in cycling, rowing and mud-run events to raise money for our chosen charity Velindre, as well…
Portuguese bakery, Nata & Co acquires fourth site in Cardiff
Portuguese bakery Nata & Co, famous for its Portuguese style ‘pastel de nata’ custard tarts, has opened its fourth site in Cardiff at Capitol Shopping Centre. The latest addition to…