"Hotels, mixed-use buildings, student accommodation, senior housing, healthcare/clinics and leisure all broke into the big time last year."

"Inexpensive accommodation in cities popular with youth travellers is still in short supply.  "

"The region's rebrand has been a huge global success – but can it deliver what it promises?"

"Despite the continuous rise of online sales, the importance of physical stores for shoppers can't be underestimated."

"Though unwelcome, the new rating system may not be all bad news for Scotland."

"Take-up is being driven by tech occupiers who are become increasingly active in the Scottish capital."

"Europe drew more interest and more capital flow in 2016 than any other global region."

"High employment and a young, prosperous population are good news for investors."

"The number of West End tenants relocating to the east of the Capital is declining."

"An evolution in consumer preference and brand awareness is driving the expansion of extended-stay accommodation."