Private British property group in prime London estates
In Britannia Point, south-west London, tenants in emergency temporary accommodation faced extreme heat as air conditioning was switched off in some flats. After wide reporting, Aura Assets Management says the system is fully operational and tenants may use it, with a note to avoid high bills. Authorities are seeking to prevent another health risk as a heatwave looms.
Edinburgh’s Princes Street remains partly closed after a blaze, but authorities are pushing ahead with stabilisation work, public funding, and a plan to restore the 150-year-old Debenhams facade. Council leaders emphasise safety and momentum, while a public consultation is promised within six months.
Hundreds of residents in nine Tower Hamlets blocks have faced taps going dry for months as a housing association delays repairs. MPs demand accountability while residents rely on bottled water and public facilities during a record heatwave.
The blaze at the former Debenhams building has led to seven weeks of disruption in Edinburgh. Princes Street has reopened to pedestrians and traffic as bus and tram services resume along the corridor. Officials say the work to secure the site is complete and the city is focusing on recovery and support for affected businesses.