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Belfast Telegraph
05-08-2025
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Radius Housing proud to support Belfast Telegraph Property Awards
The awards are a celebration of the collective effort that goes into delivering high-quality homes and properties — from architects and planners to construction teams, housing associations, and the vital legal professionals who help ensure every project reaches completion successfully. Anita Conway, director of development at Radius Housing, emphasised the importance of collaboration and evolving standards in the housing sector: 'We've seen a real transformation in how homes are being delivered. There's a new level of commitment to design, sustainability, and creating communities. 'At Radius, we are proud to be part of this shift — building not just houses, but forever homes that support long-term wellbeing, energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.' The housing landscape has undergone significant change in recent years. Increasingly, projects are shaped by collaborative working practices, with communities, developers, planners, financiers and legal professionals working side-by-side. That collaboration is vital in ensuring that homes meet not just today's needs, but the challenges of the future — particularly in delivering lower emissions, smart design, and improved living standards. Anita said: 'For social housing developers like Radius, it's especially important to get things right from the outset. From land acquisition and legal compliance to value engineering, everything must align. 'The legal professionals who support these transactions are instrumental in helping us navigate complex regulatory environments and unlock challenging sites. Their work underpins the success of every project.' Radius Housing has first-hand experience of delivering ambitious, community-focused developments on complex sites. From the regeneration of the Gasworks in Belfast to the award-winning Creevagh Heights in Derry/Londonderry, Radius developments are designed with sustainability, community integration, and long-term value in mind. These projects demonstrate how innovation in design and delivery can transform brownfield and urban spaces into thriving neighbourhoods. Watch: Planes struggle to land at Belfast City Airport as Storm Floris hits NI The Belfast Telegraph Property Awards also shine a spotlight on those working behind the scenes. From residential to commercial, office space to community hubs, every successful development is the result of a joined-up effort. The recognition of legal professionals as part of the awards reflects their essential role in this process — ensuring projects move forward smoothly, securely, and efficiently. Anita said: 'At a time when the sector faces unprecedented challenges — from inflation and materials costs to shifting regulations — events like the Belfast Telegraph Property Awards are more important than ever. They not only honour achievement, but they also help set the standard for what comes next.' With the property and housing sectors continuing to evolve, Radius Housing remains committed to innovation, collaboration, and community. As the industry drives forward into a more sustainable, inclusive future, the awards serve as both a celebration and a reminder of the hard work, professionalism, and passion that make it all possible.
Belfast Telegraph
29-07-2025
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Property Deal of the Year champion Wilson Nesbitt returns for ninth year
With Belfast City Council continuing to make strides towards the milestones set out in the Belfast Agenda — which includes growing the city's population, increasing the number of jobs, and enhancing environmental sustainability — optimism remains strong around the city's long-term vision to become a 'city reimagined' by 2035. The Belfast Telegraph Property Awards offer a timely opportunity to reflect on that progress and recognise the achievements of property professionals and businesses that have contributed to the development of the real estate landscape across NI over the last year. Drew Nesbitt, commercial real estate partner at Wilson Nesbitt, says: 'On the surface, Northern Ireland is thriving, and there is plenty to be positive about in the real estate sector. 'We've seen many exciting transactions within the last 24 months, including the purchase of Abbey Centre, Bloomfield and Forestside by a local investor — a clear sign that people see long-term value in the country's commercial property — as well as the opening of the transport hub at Weavers Cross. 'We've also seen encouraging investment in social housing, with providers such as Radius Housing committing to create hundreds of new homes across the country within the next three years. 'We were pleased to recently act on behalf of Radius Housing in the facilitation of a £75m sustainability linked loan agreement with Danske Bank.' While it is an exciting time for the NI real estate sector, there are a number of issues which pose a challenge to continued development, Drew says. 'The major issue that is halting future development in NI is water. Lack of capacity in the sewage system means that securing a foul connection for new developments is difficult. Although there are consultations underway, until there is proper investment the pipeline for new residential and commercial space will continue to slow.' Despite such challenges, Drew has strong hope for the NI property market. 'There is a lot of be excited about in our real estate sector. 'We are continuing to see high-value developments and transactions take place, with luxury hotel development on the rise in Belfast and along the north coast, driven by increasing tourism and international sporting events like The Open. 'The strength of the market lies in its tight-knit development community. 'Because it's a smaller jurisdiction, stakeholders tend to work collaboratively to make things happen when opportunities arise and it is this collaborative attitude that will help us to overcome the challenges and inspire innovation and progress within NI real estate going forward.' Drew adds: 'Good luck to all those entering the Belfast Telegraph Property Awards. We look forward to celebrating the successes of the many leaders that are shaping the future of real estate in Northern Ireland.'
Belfast Telegraph
17-06-2025
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Radius invests in 500 new homes after £75m loan
The £75m facility with Danske bank is a sustainability-linked loan, where the cost of the debt is linked to sustainability objectives. The social enterprise has targets focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving energy performance certificates (EPCs). Radius provides housing, care and support to 30,000 homes on the island of Ireland. It has a staff of around 1,000 people. It manages 14,000 properties across all 11 council areas in Northern Ireland, with a presence in 80 different towns. Alan Thomson, director of finance at Radius Housing, said: 'Radius Housing is committed to improving the sustainability of our business practices as part of our continual focus on improving the service that we provide to our tenants. 'Agreeing this sustainability linked loan with Danske Bank is the next step on our journey and aligns with our strategy to ensure sustainability is embedded in all of our new and retrofitted homes, helping Radius become one of the most efficient and sustainable housing providers in the region.' News Catch Up - Tuesday 17th June Claire McKeown, corporate relationship manager at Danske Bank said: 'We are delighted to provide this significant financial package to Radius Housing to support them in their mission to become one of the most sustainable and efficient housing providers in Northern Ireland. 'Thanks to close collaboration with Savills Financial Consultants and the legal teams in Shoosmiths, TLT, Anthony Collins and Wilson Nesbitt, we were able to facilitate a quick completion on the funding.' Dominic O'Neill, senior corporate relationship manager at Danske Bank added: 'Danske Bank has been a lead provider of finance to the social housing sector in Northern Ireland for many years and we want to continue to help the sector to thrive and meet the needs of people across Northern Ireland. ' The funding underscores our commitment to sustainable development and supporting communities across Northern Ireland.' Radius have recently welcomed the first tenants into new homes on the £5.4m development in the Oaks Road, Dungannon. It invested £2.43m into the 30 new two-and-three bed homes. The housing provider was also one of the winners at last years Belfast Telegraph Property Awards, picking up a prestigious prize for the Creevagh Heights and Sean Dolan's GAC Community Facilities project in Derry.
