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06.03.26
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03.03.26
When we examined life science and technology convergence in 2023, we observed computation beginning to reshape the scientific method. At that point, 35% of life science companies were already employing AI, with nearly three-quarters expecting to adopt it to some degree within five years.
AI Reshaping the Cambridge Office and Lab Market
Report
17.02.26
Every £1 invested in early intervention programmes supporting at-risk young people generates up to £4.52 in savings to the public purse, according to a new independent study by real estate adviser Bidwells and youth charity RE N-GAGE.
RE-N-GAGE Economic and Social Value Assessment 2026
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30.01.26
On coming to power in 2024, the Labour government put its full force behind boosting productivity. This included a direct recognition of the importance of critical UK industries in the Science and Technology sector which compete on the global scale for talent, space and investment.
Draft NPPF: Turbo charging economic development
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27.01.26
In December 2025, the UK Government published a consultation draft of the revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) aimed at overhauling national planning policy to promote economic growth, boost housing delivery and streamline the planning system for Local Authorities and developers.
Draft NPPF: Understanding the 2025 Changes to Viability Assessments
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07.01.26
Cambridge’s longevity as a science cluster provides a marker in how other science and tech based economies in the UK will need to evolve to accommodate structural redefinition driven by the convergence of science and technology.
Future-proofing Cambridge's science cluster in a fast-moving R&D economy
Insights
14.12.25
AI is transforming real estate, but its greatest impact comes when it is embedded across the entire real estate value chain, from investment and planning to development, operations and long-term performance.
The real estate value-chain test: are you using AI to tinker or transform?
Insights
23.10.25
The dynamism of the Oxford-Cambridge Corridor is highlighted in a new analysis from the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO). The analysis looks at the number of academic articles, patents and venture capital raised in 237 cities.
What Makes a Successful Science and Tech Cluster?
Arc Market Databook Offices and Labs Norfolk & Suffolk - Spring 2022
2021 saw the Norwich office market experience the highest pace of take up in five years.
02.03.22
Cambridge Residential Market Update, Spring 2022
The pandemic years have seen intense demand for homes in Cambridge, across both sales and lettings. However, leaving aside the unique Covid-19 period, the city’s residential market had already been undergoing a period of change.
25.02.22
The reality of the UK’s net zero ambition: the role of carbon capture
In 2019, the UK and Scottish Governments made their commitments to net zero, with target dates of 2050 and 2045 respectively. Relatively, both countries are progressing well, with emissions falling faster than in other major developed economies. However, with 326m tonnes of ‘carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e)’ emitted in 2020, there is still a long road ahead.
09.02.22
Offices & Labs Databook webinar - Jan 2022
Find out how the offices & labs market is performing across the Arc at our latest Arc Market Databook webinar.
03.02.22
Arc Market Databook Offices and Labs Oxfordshire - spring 2022
Laboratory take-up in Oxfordshire in 2021 reached record level.
31.01.22
Arc Market Databook Offices & Labs Cambridgeshire - Spring 2022
Investment into the Cambridge cluster triples from previous 12 months
28.01.22
Natural Capital and Green Investment
Both carbon sequestration and biodiversity enhancement are becoming increasingly necessary to reduce emissions and offset environmental impacts generated by development in the UK.
19.01.22
Rural Outlook - 2022
Welcome to the 2022 edition of Rural Outlook. This edition concentrates on the opportunities which are available to landowners, with a particular focus on the Environment and Development.
18.01.22
We're in an agricultural transition period - what does that mean for UK farmers?
As the reports show, we are now in an agricultural transition period. Changes for farmers will be phased in over seven years and over this time, the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) will be gradually reduced in a tiered system.
17.01.22The wider effect of rising agricultural commodities on the farming industry
It has been hard to miss the seemingly constant, upward trajectory of a lot of agricultural commodities within the last 12 months. Let’s look at some of the contributory factors causing this rise.
17.01.22
Eastern Distribution Corridor, Big Box Databook 2021
Industrial take-up in 2021 was five times the level recorded in 2019 before the pandemic.
10.01.22
Rural Property Index Overview
Rural property Income return was up marginally over the 12 months, in part as a result of new tenancy arrangements, active management was the primary driver of returns, with alternative uses, and the promotion of strategic land counteracting wider market capital value declines.
09.01.22
Creating a Scientific Superpower 2026
Brought to you by the Oxford-Cambridge Supercluster Board, the Creating a Scientific Superpower conference is back for its fifth year.
03.06.26
Bidwells Oxford Town & Gown 10K 2026
Bidwells Oxford 10k is the oldest run in our Town and Gown series and will be back on Sunday 10 May 2026. Register your place now. Don’t miss out.
10.05.26
Spring Local Plan Watch 2026
Join us this April for our Spring Local Plan Watch breakfast briefing, where we will unpack the key planning developments shaping Cambridge and the wider eastern region.
22.04.26
Oxford Productivity Engine Conference 2025
Driving Productivity in Oxfordshire through Civic Transformation and Technological Revolution
19.11.25
Amplifying Black Voices in the Built Environment
We are delighted to invite you to a special panel discussion hosted by Bidwells in celebration of Black History Month.
16.10.25
Bidwells Cambridge Town & Gown 10K 2025
Bidwells Cambridge 10k is Muscular Dystrophy's autumn run of the series and will be back on Sunday 5 October 2025. Register your place now. Don’t miss out.
05.10.25
Essex Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution Breakfast Briefing
Chelgate Local and Bidwells, in conjunction with the Essex Developers Group, invite you to join us at a focused breakfast briefing on the biggest changes to local government in Essex for decades.
12.09.25
BioWednesday | Now is the Time to Go Big : Scaling Science and Tech Successfully
In partnership with One Nucleus we are delighted to invite you to our breakfast seminar, Now is the Time to Go Big: What Science & Tech Businesses Need to Scale Successfully, drawing on insights from Bidwells’ latest report Investment for Growth.
10.09.25
Rural Mega Relay Challenge
In September 2025, our Rural teams took on the Rural Mega Relay Challenge in support of Muscular Dystrophy UK (MDUK).
04.09.25
Creating a Scientific Superpower 2025
Brought to you by the Oxford-Cambridge Supercluster & Bidwells, the Creating a Scientific Superpower conference returned for its fourth year.
05.06.25
Devolution, the opportunity for Oxfordshire
Bidwells and Cavendish invite you to an exclusive breakfast and panel session of insightful speakers, bringing together key experts to discuss the future of governance and growth in Oxfordshire.
28.05.25
Bidwells at UKREiiF 2025
At UKREiiF 2025, we examined Investment for Growth in the Bidwells Pavilion. Visitors joined us for discussions on the biggest opportunities that were driving productivity, innovation, and impact.
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