The hidden cost of empty rates avoidance: ASTOP in Open Access Government

Office space can quickly become one of a charity’s largest overheads, but commercial rent isn’t the only option. Across the UK, charities, community groups and good causes can access workspace through donated property, temporary occupation schemes, voluntary-sector hubs, subsidised centres and other charity workspace options.

Free & Subsidised Office Space for Charities

Office space can quickly become one of a charity’s largest overheads, but commercial rent isn’t the only option. Across the UK, charities, community groups and good causes can access workspace through donated property, temporary occupation schemes, voluntary-sector hubs, subsidised centres and other charity workspace options.

Turning Seized Counterfeits into Social Impact: Inside the ACG Conference in Edinburgh

What happens to seized counterfeit goods once enforcement agencies confiscate them?

How Councils Use Meanwhile Use In UK Town Centres

Empty shops remain a persistent problem for councils across the UK. While the picture varies considerably between regions and individual towns, some areas.

SECR & ESOS Reporting For Empty Commercial Property

Empty commercial property has always cost money. Business rates, insurance, security, maintenance and essential utilities can continue to drain budgets even while a building generates no rental income.

How Landlords Can Turn An Empty Shop Into A Community Hub

If you’re a landlord, an empty shop is never just an empty shop. It represents lost income, business rates liability, additional insurance, security requirements, and additional maintenance.

Meanwhile Use Explained For Landlords & Owners

Meanwhile use is temporary, productive occupation of a vacant building. Here’s how it can reduce your business rates while delivering real community benefit.

How Councils Turn Empty Space Into Community Benefit

Stalled sites can impact public trust. See how temporary occupation improves perception, bolsters local confidence, and protects sites during delays.

Why Empty Ground Floor Units Damage Town Centre Confidence

Stalled sites can impact public trust. See how temporary occupation improves perception, bolsters local confidence, and protects sites during delays.

Why Delayed Development Sites Need a Short-Term Activation Plan

Some empty commercial units stay vacant even in busy areas. This blog explains why demand alone is not enough and what factors can keep tenants away.