Glenigan’s September 2026 Construction Index shows residential construction starts fell sharply in the three months to the end of August, with private housing and social housing both down significantly year on year. The article says developers are reassessing site viability amid weak sales, higher build costs and the impending building safety levy, while non-residential activity is performing better.
The article reports that tighter holiday-let and foreign ownership rules in the Balearics are pushing investors away from traditional second homes and towards branded residences. It highlights growing demand for hotel-linked tourist accommodation, with a new Majorca scheme already seeing strong pre-sales and offering guaranteed rental returns.
The article argues that Andy Burnham’s regeneration approach in Greater Manchester could become a national model if extended through his new role as Prime Minister. It highlights the role of private investment, brownfield redevelopment, and local decision-making in supporting housing delivery, town-centre renewal and wider economic growth.
