Puma Property Finance has facilitated a £17m loan to Cinnamon Luxury Care to deliver a new 73-bed care home in Thurnby, Leicester. This marks the first loan Puma has provided to Cinnamon Luxury Care and will help support the significant shortfall in quality care homes in the local area.
The £17m loan will convert an existing brownfield site to deliver the new 73-bed home which includes ten care suites. These suites will provide a bedroom with ensuite-wetrooms and their own separate living room and kitchenette area.
The new home will target an EPC A rating and will comprise a traditional build with pre-cast concrete planked floors, alongside a brick and cladding façade. With ensuite-wetrooms as standard, it will include amenities such as dining and sitting rooms, a cinema, private dining, a hair salon and café.
Construction is set to begin in December 2024 and the care home is expected to reach practical completion in August 2026.
Tony Throp, Director and Head of Healthcare at Puma Property Finance, says: “We are delighted to support best-in-class care operator, Cinnamon Luxury Care on this new home. This marks our first loan to the group and will help to address the significant shortfall of quality care homes in the Thurnby area, in particular given the majority of existing stock is 20-30 years old.
“With just 14,500 care beds having been delivered since 2020, there is still a huge need to deliver new, quality care homes that can help support the ageing population. We’re looking forward to working with Cinnamon Care Group and building on this relationship in the future.”
Stuart Norris, Commercial Director at Cinnamon Luxury Care, says: “We are excited to work with Puma Property Finance on this first project together, developing our next new care home in Thurnby, Leicester.
“There continues to be an urgent need across the UK to deliver good quality care homes and developing this existing brownfield site in an area that has a significant shortfall in care beds will go one step towards addressing this need.”
SNGgroup, the Nottingham property development, investment and asset management firm, has appointed Tony Alexander as their external Financial Advisor. Tony brings over a decade of extensive experience in Real Estate Finance, having served as the Relationship Director for the real estate sector at Santander UK from October 2009 to November 2019.
During his tenure at Santander UK, Tony played a pivotal role in managing Real Estate Finance, effectively expanding the customer base and spearheading new business initiatives in the investment market. His strategic vision and financial acumen significantly contributed to the growth and success of Santander across the East Midlands.
At SNGgroup, Tony will utilise his expertise to drive strategic financial planning and advise on the company’s continued planned expansion in the property sector.
“We are thrilled to welcome Tony Alexander in an advisory role to the SNGgroup,” said Martin Singh, Managing Director at SNGgroup. “His wealth of experience and proven track record in Real Estate Finance make him an invaluable addition to our external professional team.”
A groundbreaking scheme to develop construction skills to help protect and preserve our architectural heritage is being supported by Bassetlaw District Council.
The Council has teamed up with Pinnacle Conservation and The National Trust to host a series of free foundation classes in conservation crafts, to train up a new generation with the skills needed to conserve some of our much-loved buildings.
The sessions, which have been made possible through UK Shared Prosperity (UKSPF) Funding, are taking place within Clumber Park and include stonemasonry, roofing, rainwater ironworks, heritage joinery and lime plastering/pointing.
Rob Holder, National Trust General Manager North Notts, said: “As General Manager of National Trust Clumber Park I am thrilled to be hosting the Heritage Skills Programme at our special place.
“Working with like-minded partners to champion the importance of heritage skills in our sector is a privilege and much needed if we are to attract people into these roles and secure the future of our built heritage.”
Adan Hickey, Managing Director of Pinnacle Conservation, said: “We’re so excited to be involved in the delivery of this heritage skills training programme. As a company, we’re extremely passionate about the continued development of such important craft skills and we hope these next few months will ignite the spark in our cohort of enthused candidates to fly the flag for the heritage sector.”
Over £600k of UKSPF monies is being invested in people and skills by Bassetlaw District Council across the district.
Cllr Charles Adams, Cabinet Member for Business and Skills, said: “It is important we continue to create new opportunities for people across the district of all ages to learn new skills. Our Vision2040 aims to maximise the skills of our residents to enable economic growth and support social inclusion.”
Among the schemes, a Green Skills Programme, in partnership with the council, Matrix Academy and the RNN group, is providing students with an introduction to low carbon/renewable tech such as solar photovoltaic panels, and air source heat pumps.
While Inspire Adult Learning are offering IT, digital and work skills courses to local businesses who’d like to boost the productivity and skills of its workforce, and programmes focused on skills provision to progress those in the workforce while claiming Universal Credit.
Support is also being offered countywide to those not in education, employment, or training through a Transform your Future programme, providing support to access learning, find volunteering and employment opportunities and learn about other services.
Derbyshire drinks producer Global Brands has been given a £100,000 grant to support its ambitious sustainability strategy with new technologies.
The funding will be used to introduce state-of-the-art energy-efficient technologies at the company’s Clay Cross distribution centre, speeding up efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and achieve net zero status by 2050.
The grant, from the Clay Cross Town Deal’s Low Carbon Challenge Fund, will support the installation of energy-efficient lighting, introduction of battery storage solutions to harness solar energy, and the creation of an onsite Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil filling station.
These measures are expected to substantially reduce emissions from Global Brands’ distribution operations, with the drinks business already aiming for a 40% cut per £M turnover by 2030, as well as a 92% reduction per £M turnover by 2050.
Shaun Bacon, Group Managing and Financial Director, said: “This investment marks another pivotal moment in our sustainability journey. As part of a single-use industry, it is crucial to lead by example and adopt meaningful changes that reduce our environmental impact. By switching to energy-efficient solutions and alternative fuels, we’re committed to doing our bit locally and hope to inspire other businesses in our community to do the same.
“With plans already in place to switch the entire logistics fleet to zero-carbon by 2050, and with over 50% of the warehouse energy now powered by solar panels, this funding allows Global Brands to continue driving forward its sustainability goals.”
The grant has been provided by the North East Derbyshire District Council through the Low Carbon Challenge Fund – a programme of support to help stimulate the transition to a low carbon economy.
Lee Barnes, Chair of the Clay Cross Town Board, added: “We’re seeing some significant change as more businesses like Global Brands complete their journey with the Low Carbon Challenge Fund. Recipients have praised the process of receiving grants as being quick, easy and well worth their time, and it’s heart-warming to know we were able to support them as part of their mission to be more sustainable.”
Erewash is poised to get an electric charging station for 22 vehicles – complete with two new eateries for drivers topping up their batteries.
The hub will be near Ilkeston where a development of new warehouses and industrial units is taking shape at New Stanton Park – site of the town’s former ironworks.
The restaurants are both drive throughs. They will also cater for potentially thousands of new employees who would otherwise drive off site to find food.
The entire scheme won planning consent after councillors were told: “Even the most rapid 30-min chargers require catering facilities for customers whilst charging takes place.”
Officials said that the new eateries when combined with the charging hub would “assist in encouraging inward investment to New Stanton Park.”
A report to the council’s planning committee added: “The provision of such facilities are considered crucial in meeting the council’s carbon reduction objectives.”
Cllr Curtis Howard, who is Erewash’s Lead Member for Town Centres, Regeneration and Planning, said: “I was very pleased to see this application pass at committee – councillors voted to create jobs, facilitate investment in Erewash, and ultimately grow the local economy.
“While not originally planned for the site, this is a laudable addition to a regeneration project which in the coming years should create thousands of jobs, forging a new future for Stanton whilst also respecting its history.”
The proposed drive-through restaurants got the OK as plans to build two others – close to the M1 at Bostocks Lane on the edge of Sandiacre – were rejected.
Greggs and Starbucks were aiming to open on land near the Junction 25 roundabout. The bid was submitted almost a decade after McDonald’s appealed in vain against a planning veto. The new application claimed to have addressed issues such as potential traffic hazards but councillors remained unconvinced.
Sandiacre Parish Council was against the development – as were neighbouring Risley with Hopwell and Stanton-by-Dale parish councils.
Objectors also feared that unhealthy fast food would lure pupils at nearby Friesland secondary school across a busy road.
New images provide a first look at how the inside of the refurbished Derby Market Hall will look once complete.
The historic venue is being given a new lease of life to transform this heritage asset into an attractive retail and leisure destination fit for the future. The new images give a glimpse of the retail space, make and trade units and new dining area.
In all, the transformed market will offer:
A mix of traditional and themed stalls, including quality fresh produce
Make and trade stalls and creative spaces
A cosmopolitan food court and bars
Events and pop-up activity
Image credit: Derby City Council
Councillor Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council, said: “The transformation of Derby Market Hall is a reflection of our collective ambition to create a city that everyone can take pride in, and while people can see the improvements we’ve made externally, many people may still be wondering what the building will look like inside.
“These new images will give the public the first idea of what the venue will look like as we make this irreplaceable heritage building fit for the future.
“This project is not just about transforming the Market Hall; it’s about bringing the people of Derby together to create a space we can all be proud of. We invite traders, entrepreneurs and businesses from across the region to join the vibrant community we are building.”
Image credit: Derby City Council
The £35.1m project is partly funded with £9.43m from the Governments Future High Streets Fund (FHSF). The second phase of the transformation is well underway, focusing on refurbishing the interior and developing the public space outside at Osnabruck Square.
Located at the heart of the city centre, linking Derbion and St Peter’s Quarter with the Cathedral Quarter and Becketwell, the new Market Hall will play a key role in widening the diversity of the city centre and generate £3.64m for the local economy every year.
Businesses throughout the region are invited to register their interest in operating from the refurbished Market Hall, which will bring together the best of the region’s independent shopping, eating, drinking and entertainment when it reopens in Spring 2025.
Image credit: Derby City Council
With the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2024 set to take place next week (Thursday 3rd October), there’s not long left to secure your seat at the prestigious event.
The awards recognise and celebrate those behind the changing landscape of our region – the very best companies, teams, individuals and projects.
They also present a prime opportunity to network with property and construction leaders from across the East Midlands over nibbles and complimentary drinks.
Attend the glittering awards ceremony at Trent Bridge Cricket Ground to see who takes home the title of Contractor of the Year, Developer of the Year, Commercial Development of the Year, Residential Development of the Year, Sustainable Development of the Year, Deal of the Year, Most Active Agents of the Year, Architects of the Year, Excellence in Design, Responsible Business and of course Overall Winner.
The event, which will begin at 4:30pm and continue until 7:30pm, will also feature Paul Southby as keynote speaker.
Paul is a partner at Geldards LLP, chair of the Advisory Board to Nottingham Business School, chair of Broadway independent cinema in Nottingham’s Lace Market, and a longstanding trustee of environmental charity Clean Rivers Trust. He is chair of Nottingham Partners, a group of businesses that supports the work of the local inward investment agency, Invest in Nottingham, and a board member and past chair of Marketing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Limited. Paul is also a former High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire (2022/23).
Shortlist for the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2024
Architects of the Year – sponsored by Mather Jamie
IMA Architects
Design Haus Architecture
Matthew Montague Architects
Commercial Development of the Year – sponsored by Global HSE Group
Brackley Property Developments – The Dock Extension, Leicester
Pick Everard – Nottingham Central Library
G F Tomlinson – The Air and Space Institute, Newark
Contractor of the Year – sponsored by EMEC Ecology
Cawarden
Clegg Construction
Winvic
Deal of the Year – sponsored by Tutum Consulting
heb Surveyors – The Oaks, Mansfield
FI Real Estate Management – The Quad, Chesterfield
Freeths – Former Boots factory site, Beeston
Developer of the Year – sponsored by IMA Architects
Vistry Group East Midlands
Indurent
Wavensmere Homes
Excellence in Design – sponsored by Cawarden
G F Tomlinson – The Air and Space Institute, Newark
Design Haus – Musters Road
Distinctive Developments – Woodwell and Meadow Barn
Most Active Agent – sponsored by Roy Geddes Bricks
Rigby & Co
FHP Property Consultants
Salloway Property Consultants
Residential Development of the Year – sponsored by Devello
Distinctive Developments – Woodwell and Meadow Barn
Phoenix Brickwork UK LTD – IQ Nelson Court
Chevin Homes – Chevin Close
Responsible Business – sponsored by Press for Attention PR
Stepnell Ltd
Cawarden
Cora
Sustainable Development of the Year – sponsored by Viridis Building Services Ltd
CPMG – Sir Peter Rubin Centre for Veterinary Education
Henry Brothers Construction Ltd – Alfreton Park School
Keepmoat – Gedling Green
The Overall Winner,sponsored by Blueprint Interiors, will also be announced at the ceremony, who will be awarded a year of marketing/publicity with Business Link worth £20,000.
East Midlands Bricks Awards 2024When: Thursday 3rd October 2024, 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Where: The Derek Randall Suite, Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
Keynote speaker: Paul Southby, chair of Nottingham Partners, board member of Marketing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, partner at Geldards LLP, chair of the Advisory Board to Nottingham Business School, chair of Broadway independent cinema, trustee of Clean Rivers Trust, and former High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire
Dress code: Standard business attire
Tickets: Available at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/east-midlands-bricks-awards-2024-tickets-902294566337?aff=oddtdtcreatorThanks to our sponsors:
Derby-based outsourced IT and telecoms specialist Link ICT has moved to new offices on Royal Scot Road in Pride Park, Derby. The company is also about to celebrate its 20th anniversary having been founded in 2004 by current Company Director Mark Fryers.
Until recently, the company which now employs 17 people was based at St Peters House on Mansfield Road in Derby. The move is as a result of significant growth in the needs of the education sector and local businesses wanting to improve their ICT services and security.
The new two storey offices comprise of 1,950 square feet of space. The offices have been fitted out to provide dedicated working areas for network managers, technicians and office staff as well as meeting rooms, kitchen facilities and bathroom facilities for team members who run or cycle to work.
In addition, brand-new electric vehicle charging stations have been installed for both staff and company-owned vehicles to further support continued efforts to encourage more environmentally friendly living and lessen pollution.
Commenting on the move, Company Director Mark Fryers said: “Over the last year we have won several new contracts as well as projects related to the Government Connect the Classroom initiative.
“We also pride ourselves on our ability to build relationships with schools and businesses as their outsourced ICT partner which also helps them plan their long term IT strategies.
“Whilst most technicians will be working out on site, we recognised the need to ensure our office base reflected the culture of our organisation and has capacity for the additional team members we need to support this growth.”
He added: “Pride Park is an excellent location as we will be surrounded by other likeminded business owners which should also help us to expand the services we provide to the SME sector.”
Also based at the new offices will be School Transition Limited, a division of Link ICT founded five years ago which offers a range of unique GDPR-compliant data transition portals for the education sector.
A Little Eaton industrial unit has new owners.
The 10,000 sq ft industrial unit on Duffield Road Industrial Estate in Little Eaton was home to Amanda Strong’s printing business for a number of years.
Salloway Property Consultants were appointed by Amanda to assist with selling the property with vacant possession. The premises, which comprised of two adjoining industrial units with associated two storey offices, had been adapted to suit Amanda’s use but provided suitable accommodation for a wide variety of occupiers.
“I am delighted that the sale has now completed,” says William Speed of Salloway. “Knowing that Amanda used to operate her business from the building, it felt right to sell the property on to an occupier who will carry on utilising the space for their own business uses.
“Despite a high number of enquiries when the property came onto the market, it wasn’t a quick or straightforward process, but it’s great to reach a satisfying conclusion for Amanda and it’s great to see her get on so well with the new property owner, Chris.”
Chris Massey, the new owner, is looking forward to getting settled into the premises.
Chris said: “We had been looking for the perfect property for some time, with a preference not to be in Derby itself. The property at The Sidings provides us with the perfect opportunity to grow our business from and I have real belief that can happen knowing Amanda built such a successful business from the same property.”
Amanda Strong, the previous owner, was happy to see the property go to such an enthusiastic owner. Amanda said: “I’m delighted Salloway secured such an enthusiastic and pro-active purchaser, their service throughout was outstanding.”
A new programme aims to help businesses in the manufacturing and engineering sector upskill their staff and bring new people into the sector.
Manufacturing Futures is a new STEM skills programme that will help increase capacity to support more work-based learning programmes including T-levels, apprenticeships, work experience and internships to ensure there is a future pipeline of talent to work in the sector.
Funded by Chesterfield Borough Council through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund the programme will lead to the creation of new classroom facilities at local business United Cast Bar and will provide mentoring to around 30 people already employed in the sector.
Councillor Tricia Gilby, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council and cabinet member for economic development, said: “Chesterfield has a proud tradition of engineering and manufacturing, but we need to ensure this sector can continue to grow and provide new opportunities for our residents.
“I’m pleased that we have been able to fund this programme as it will help people advance their careers and support our residents to take up roles in this sector in the future.
“Working in partnership with businesses and education providers is key to ensuring this programme is effective and provides the support the sector needs.”
Chesterfield College has been appointed to deliver the training elements included within the programme.
James Lund, Head of Stakeholder Engagement and Business Growth at Chesterfield College Group, said: “Chesterfield College are really excited to be involved in the delivery of this project in partnership with Chesterfield Borough Council, Chesterfield Manufacturing Forum and United Cast Bar UK Limited.
“This will be a real catalyst to increasing the engagement with young people in the local area, to support the future staffing needs of the manufacturing sector. It will create a positive legacy that can be built on for many years to come.”
The programme has been introduced following discussions with the Chesterfield Manufacturing Forum, which is co-ordinated by Destination Chesterfield, and as well as technical training it will include practical sessions with local employers.
James Brand, Managing Director (Foundries) at United Cast Bar and Chair of the Chesterfield Manufacturing Forum, said: “We are really excited to be able to put this facility in place. It will give us the perfect location to provide upskilling to both our workforce and other businesses in the Manufacturing community.
“The space will also provide a place of learning for T Level and apprenticeship qualifications, allowing UCB to work even more closely with the College and local schools is fantastic.”
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