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SLC Property, an infrastructure, property and development specialist, has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) RM6343 Estate Management 2 framework on Lot 5: Valuation and Compulsory Purchase Orders. Crown Commercial Service supports the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services. In 2024/25, CCS helped the […]
In a recent article, we explored the Government’s emerging proposals for housing development around railway stations to be given a “default yes” in the planning system, highlighting the potential implications for station-led growth and regeneration. These proposals have now been formally embedded within the consultation draft of the revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), signalling […]
The Government’s latest housing announcement is fantastic news for land promoters and housebuilders, especially those with land around existing or potential railway stations. While many of the infrastructure and planning challenges still apply, the announcement noticeably changes the planning landscape in several ways. Russell Mills, Managing Director of SLC Property, explains more: Default “Yes” for […]
The Government’s pledge yesterday to deliver up to 40,000 new homes on disused railway land will be a welcome move in tackling the UK’s housing shortage. By focusing on goods yards, former station buildings, and industrial sites, it recognises the development potential of land that is already well-located and often well-connected by public transport. But […]
Last week, Susan Fisher, Operations Director at SLC Property, was part of a panel at a Women in Rail event. The discussion brought together voices from both early-career professionals and senior leaders, sharing diverse perspectives on career development and leadership in the rail industry. The event also featured a special exhibition celebrating International Women in […]
Mass transit projects help to unlock economic opportunity, reduce road congestion and connect communities more efficiently. They are playing a key role in shaping the future of local transport with funding announced for light rail schemes in West Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, the West Midlands, as well as a recommitment of funding for major rail programmes […]
Matt Cooney, Rail and Property Advisor at SLC Property, has recently begun a BSc Apprenticeship in Real Estate Management, marking an exciting new chapter in his professional development. Matt joined SLC Property nearly three years ago and has worked on projects such as University Station (for West Midlands Combined Authority), and current projects, Package 1 […]
Last week, two of our team joined Northumberland Line colleagues to take part in volunteering at the Woodhorn Museum in Ashington. The team was supporting a volunteering initiative to re-open a narrow gauge railway. Under the guidance of museum volunteers, Alannah and Rosie rolled up their sleeves to lay ballast, position new sleepers, re-lay old track, […]
SLC Property has announced the promotion of Huon Campbell and Peter Eustance to Associate Directors. Russell Mills, Managing Director of SLC Property said: “Huon and Peter have been integral to our progress and also to supporting our clients in rail regulation and land assembly / acquisition. This recognises the impact they continue to make at SLC Property […]
