"F&B is part of a new emphasis on 'differentiation', as urban hotels aim to enhance the local area."

"Sometimes all it takes is a little blue-sky thinking."

"There are a number of opportunities available across different market sectors and geographies."

"Convenience and value retail have evolved to encompass much more than groceries."

"Manchester is top for fashion, Birmingham for bulky goods, Leicester for groceries and Oxford for leisure."

"The figures so far this year belie any fears of a mass exodus from the capital."

"Local authority rate increases could mean more landlords opting for demolition."

"Just 10 countries contain 70 per cent of all global commercial and residential value. China and the US together make up 42 per cent."

"The growth in technology is just one of the factors driving demand."

"It depends largely on the stage of the property cycle they inherit."