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What does the Autumn Budget 2025 mean for UK real estate and development? Lord Philip Hammond shares his views on sector stability, financing conditions, planning barriers and new tax considerations for developers, owners and investors.

Explore how the Autumn Budget 2025 affects hospitality, retail and service-led businesses. Lord Philip Hammond shares sector insights, and we offer practical recommendations for operators, owners and investors navigating rising costs and shifting demand.

Lord Philip Hammond shares his perspective on the UK’s economic outlook following the Autumn Budget 2025, highlighting what SMEs and entrepreneurs should focus on as they navigate a challenging but manageable environment.

The UK’s health and wellbeing sector is evolving fast, driven by AI innovation, resilient consumer demand, and a renewed focus on personalised care and women’s health. In our recent Pulse Report, we explore the trends shaping the sector, the impact of upcoming legislation, and how forward-thinking operators are fuelling growth through innovation and strategic finance.

OakNorth recently co-hosted a breakfast event with the Adam Smith Institute, exploring how Urban Development Corporations could help deliver more homes and unlock growth in Britain’s cities. The discussion highlighted the need for better planning, stronger coordination, and long-term investment to solve the UK’s housing crisis.

The UK hospitality and leisure sector is no stranger to headwinds. But the first half of 2025 has tested even the most agile operators: mounting cost pressures, shifting consumer behaviour, and ongoing workforce challenges in an already trying environment. Still, signs of smart recovery are emerging.