AREF Newsletter - November 2025
In this month’s update, we share key highlights from recent events, important industry news, our comment on the Budget, and opportunities for members to get involved across AREF’s committees and initiatives.
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Delivering Building Decarbonisation
AREF and BBP members gathered at DLA Piper on Tuesday 25th November, for a focused session on practical routes to real estate decarbonisation. Roundtables and expert speakers explored policy, finance, technology, data and skills. We were also delighted to welcome Mete Coban MBE, Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy. A full summary and actions will be released soon.
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Wanted: New Corporate Governance Committee Members
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The Corporate Governance Committee is looking for new members. A key role of the Committee is the maintenance and compliance of AREF’s Charter. It also oversees AREF’s current suite of guidance documents and is responsible for initiating new guidance to support the membership and promote good practice.
If you are interested in this opportunity, particularly if you have a legal background, then click the button or email us at [email protected].
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News this month
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11 Nov 2025
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FRC - UK Stewardship Code
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The Financial Reporting Council have published the UK Stewardship Code 2026 and a guide giving practical insights and examples of effective reporting to the Code.
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20 Nov 2025
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UK Government - Pensions Investment Review
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The Pension Schemes Bill is currently going through Parliament. Also, the Government has published a consultation on 2 statutory instruments to deliver its aims to make LGP...
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27 Nov 2025
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Welcome to new committee members Q4 2025
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Take a look at who has joined our committees over the quarter so far
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Public Policy Activity
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AREF is busy engaging with regulators and government to ensure they hear the voice of the real estate industry when determining policy. We always welcome members participation; particularly to consultation response.
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Upcoming Events
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Follow us on LinkedIn
We would encourage all members to follow us on LinkedIn. Please 'like' and 'share' our posts to help spread news of the good work AREF is doing.
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AREF Guidance
Did you know? Our website offers a fabulous range of guidance available to AREF members. From best practice recommendations to insightful resources, our member hub is a treasure trove of support—do explore it and make the most of what’s on offer!
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We can share your Articles and White Papers
We welcome any interesting articles, research, or white papers from our members and would be glad to share them across our channels.
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AREF's History
Read about the history of AREF from its launch in the 1970s as The Association of Property Unit Trusts to what it is today, written by our very own Rachel Portlock, AREF's Head of Research.
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AREF in the Press!
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Read press articles from this month, featuring AREF
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Missed an AREF event?
You can catch up with our events by reading the write-up, watching the recording or listening to the podcasts for all our events held this year.
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AREF Committee Updates
Did you know you can read all about what the AREF Committees have been working on recently?
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Industry Initiatives
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Training & Events from Diversity Talks Real Estate (DTRE)
DTRE is offering 10% member discount to AREF members on their upcoming training courses using promo code PARTNERTEN.
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Know someone who would benefit from FutureGen?
Encourage colleagues to join the network to receive updates on upcoming events and initiatives. We currently have over 700 FutureGen members.
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Committee Vacancies
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We actively encourage all members to get involved with the association. Click to view the current vacancies on AREF committees.
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The Association of Real Estate Funds (AREF) is the body that represents the interests of its fund managers, those firms that advise and support them and the end-investors. For further information, please visit our website.
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