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Is it time to head for the X-it? In our latest Camargue blog, Angharad Chandler considers the turbulence of X’s management and reputation and what value the platform still holds for brands and businesses. Read more at: https://bit.ly/3XKWdKW

It’s hard to find expertise beyond what Peter Bill brings to the table – we welcomed ex EG and Building magazine editor and author of some of the most thought-provoking books in the sector to our latest HeadStart training session. How do you distil all that experience into an hour? Not easy but we covered land values and market dynamics, the challenges of permitted development rights, the dangers within density and the solutions within great design, not to mention what he thinks the government should do to solve Britain’s housing crisis, that ‘1.5 million homes within this parliament’ figure and what he would do if he woke up one morning to find that he’d turned into Angela Rayner…. Thoughtful session, provocative questions. Thank you, Peter, for taking the time, delving into your excellent books (Planet Property and Broken Homes) for anecdotes and insights, and giving the Camargue team a perspective from 40+ years working across real estate.

In the latest edition of Viewpoint, we reflect on Rachel Reeves' long-awaited budget, looking at the industries the government is putting its weight behind and what we need to see next to 'fix the foundations' of Britian's economy.

Stability was the message as Rachel Reeves delivered her historic #Budget on Wednesday. Higher investment in healthcare and delivery on devolution are attractive offers, but will this be enough to overshadow the largest tax rises since 1993? Matthew Cole gives his overview in our latest blog. Read more here:  https://lnkd.in/ezD-NC4G

It’s two years since Camargue became employee-owned – driving growth and evolving our business to provide clients with even more impactful advice and effective delivery whilst we invest in our culture, colleagues and being a place to get on and thrive.   This one’s for everyone who helps us to do what we do, whether client or colleague, and whether old or new.   We’ve been in business for 37 years and are pushing forward as a proudly employee-owned firm. When objectivity is more essential than ever, our independence and employee ownership are a point of difference just as our Camargue values are consistent and enduring.   Onwards and upwards!   #excellence #employeeowned #values

A warm welcome to Euan McCaskie who joins Camargue as an account executive. Euan will be delivering creative and effective corporate communications that help our built environment and market research clients stand out and achieve their commercial goals. A recent politics graduate from the University of York, Euan will also be bringing his experience from a stint working for a communications agency in Edinburgh.

Another stellar set of shortlisters for this years International Building Press' Journalism Awards. By all accounts some very strong contenders for this year, reflecting the breadth of talent in our industry. It was great to join the advisory board meeting last night and the Camargue team is already looking forward to a celebratory awards night on the 21 November at the Building Centre. Get your tickets in!

“We’re not in the business of picking winners but we are in the business of building on strengths.” This was the Prime Minister’s message at the launch of the national industrial strategy green paper. But Labour’s approach will rely to a degree on picking winners, no matter how it’s packaged. In our latest Camargue blog, Matt Sutton shares his initial takeaways on the new industrial strategy green paper and calls for businesses to get involved in the consultation. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dwwPTi7R

We’re tickled pink to be part of Breast Cancer Now’s Wear It Pink campaign – a brilliant way to bring people together and raise money for this important charity. Great team work from Camargue and James Ford Design to bake, donate, and embrace the pink theme. Special thanks to Lottie Townsend for leading us in our efforts. #WearItPink

In the last issue of Viewpoint before the much-anticipated Budget, we explore the impact of the International Investment Summit, the UK's energy independence, and the latest attempt to fix the housing crisis.