News & Views - 2020
The latest news, events and insights in the Wales property world
New Burger King drive-thru opens in Cross Hands
A new Burger King drive-thru has opened at Cross Hands Retail Park near Carmarthen. The purpose-built drive-thru is Swansea franchise operator Unionburger’s latest restaurant and occupies a 2,750 sq ft…
20 years – a Building Surveyor’s tale
To mark our 120th birthday, we’ve spoken to some of our longest-serving staff members about their experiences of the commercial property sector over the past decades, and their insights on…
Welsh Government freezes non-domestic rates multiplier for 2021-22
The Welsh Government has today announced it is freezing the non-domestic rates multiplier for 2021-22. The multiplier is an integral part of determining ratepayers’ bills. This decision will ensure, prior…
Further extension on the moratorium against forfeiture of commercial leases
The Government has announced a further extension on the moratorium against forfeiture of commercial leases as a result of non-payment of rent due to Covid-19. This has now been extended…
Cooke & Arkwright marks growth and celebrates 120 years doing business in Wales
Despite the unprecedented global events of 2020, we are celebrating our 120th anniversary with another successful 12 months, building on the 25% growth we have achieved over the past four…
First Love Brownies café in Wales opens in Penarth
The first Love Brownies Café in Wales has opened in Windsor Road, Penarth. Love Brownies Penarth is part of a growing network of cafes and shops across the UK offering…