The Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) has signed a 15-year lease for office space at Elizabeth Quarter, a newly developed council-owned building in Scunthorpe.

The three-storey property includes a ground-floor café and reception area, with modern office space spanning approximately 1,250 sqm across the upper floors. The building was marketed for lease and attracted strong interest from potential tenants.

RDaSH will use the offices for clinical consultations, patient appointments, and as the headquarters for its Community Mental Health and Talking Therapy workforce. The trust, which provides mental health and children’s services in the region, sees the move as a key part of its expansion in North Lincolnshire.

The council expects the agreement to drive further commercial interest in the site, particularly for the ground-floor café. The move aligns with its strategy to support local economic growth and ensure value for money for taxpayers.

The UK government will sell RAF Scampton on the open market, rejecting West Lindsey District Council’s bid to acquire the site for a £300 million redevelopment project.

Earmarked initially by the previous Conservative government for migrant housing, the site’s asylum plans were scrapped in September. The Home Office cited regulatory requirements preventing a direct sale to the council, emphasising that disposal of public land must follow market rules.

Since March 2023, the site has cost over £60 million. Government officials claim the sale will prevent further taxpayer losses. Meanwhile, the council, which had partnered with Scampton Holdings Ltd. for regeneration, argues that contamination, heritage issues, and infrastructure limitations make a public-private partnership the only viable option for redevelopment.

Scampton Holdings remains committed to the project despite setbacks. Chairman Peter Hewitt criticised the delays, while local MP Sir Edward Leigh called the government’s decision “madness,” arguing it wasted time and resources on failed asylum plans.

A proposal to develop vacant land in Thurnby’s conservation area into nine bungalows, a public car park, and green space has been submitted to Harborough District Council (HDC).

The site, located next to Grange Lane, is overgrown and not publicly accessible. Developer D.W. Hicks Holding Ltd plans to build a mix of semi-detached and detached bungalows, along with a 16-space car park intended to support nearby amenities, including a café and sports field.

Previous proposals for larger housing developments on the site were withdrawn in 2014 and 2015. The latest plan divides the land into residential housing, an expanded green area, and community parking.

Developer Derrick Hicks stated that the project would enhance the area while addressing local demand for bungalows. A consultation is open until 16 April, with a council decision expected by 12 May.

Commercial developer Wykeland Group has acquired a landmark site in Grimsby and announced new investment is on its way. Wykeland has purchased the former Ramsdens Superstore site from the Grimsby-based retail and cash and carry business Ramsden Group and, as the new owner, will take the lead in rejuvenating it. That has already begun with Wykeland announcing that, in a linked transaction, a deal has been agreed to sell part of the site to family-owned retailer Farmfoods, for the development of a new 15,000 sq ft store with car parking. The sale of just over an acre of land to Farmfoods is subject to full planning permission for the new frozen food and groceries store. A planning application has been submitted and, if approved, the store is expected to create up to 15-20 new jobs. Wykeland will retain the remaining 1.8 acres and explore opportunities to attract further investment and regeneration, while investing around £100,000 to improve the site, including structural repairs to a property fronting Cleethorpe Road. Wykeland has also renamed the development as Ramsden Park, in tribute to the site’s history as the place where the Ramsden Group business was founded, with the opening of the Ramsdens store in 1946. Ramsden Group and Wykeland have previously secured investment by coffee house chain Starbucks in a drive-thru and eat-in café on the corner of the site facing Cleethorpe Road and Park Street. The Starbucks facility has traded successfully for more than three years. Now, with Farmfoods also coming on board, Wykeland is exploring further opportunities to revitalise the site. Wykeland Development Director Jonathan Stubbs said: “We’re pleased to announce we have acquired the site from Ramsden Group and have also concluded a deal, subject to planning consent, to bring in new investment from one of the UK’s most popular food retailers. “As well as supporting Farmfoods through the planning process, we’ll be investing in improvements on site and exploring further development opportunities. “We’re committed to the regeneration of this important location on the main route between Grimsby and Cleethorpes and keen to hear from investors who would like to work with us to realise its potential.” The site has existing planning approval for 65,000 sq ft of retail development, with units ranging from 1,000 sq ft to 10,000 sq ft. Wykeland will also consider other viable options for development.

Salloway Property Consultants has let a prime city centre former office and training facility. Potters House Christian Fellowship, an established global network of churches, has secured a new location at 2-3 St Peters Churchyard in Derby, further expanding their presence in the community. This newly let property, located in the heart of the city, will serve as a central hub for the congregation’s worship, community outreach, and various social initiatives. William Speed, of Salloway Property Consultants, acted on behalf of a private landlord client to secure the new tenant for the 12,000 sq ft former office and training facility after development attempts were unsuccessful at the property. William said: “I am delighted to be able to let the property to a group that will add back to the local community. The building at St Peters Churchyard offers a wonderful space for both worship and community outreach. It is a prime example of repurposing city centre property to encourage more people to use the city centre. “It is no secret that Derby City Centre has been struggling in recent years but with new developments such as the Becketwell Scheme, the Nightingale Quarter and the upcoming Friar Gate Goods Yard there is real confidence that these developments will improve Derby City Centre to its former glory.” Chiso Nwokoro of Potters House Christian Fellowship said: “We are thrilled to begin this new chapter at 2-3 St Peters Churchyard. This is a significant step for us as we continue to build a vibrant church environment where people from all walks of life can come and find support, encouragement, and a sense of belonging. “The location is ideal for our growing congregation and will serve as a beacon of hope and community service for many years to come.”