Edison Group Executive Interview with Allan Lockhart

In this interview, Martyn King from Edison Group, sits down with Allan Lockhart, CEO of NewRiver REIT, to discuss the evolving landscape of the UK retail real estate market.

As a specialist direct investor and asset manager, NewRiver brings unmatched insights to the table. Their scale, deep retailer relationships and access to robust market data perfectly position them to identify both emerging opportunities and potential risks in today's climate.

While it is too early to assess the full impact of global geopolitical events, Allan shares a highly optimistic outlook for the sector:

●    The UK retail market entered the year in its strongest position in a decade.
●    Consumers are proving incredibly resilient.
●    Retailers have adapted to become leaner, smarter, and more efficient.
●    The result? Increasing rents, surging investment demand and positive market returns.

Do not miss these expert insights into what is driving the retail real estate market forward. Check out the full interview below!

• Podcast filmed: March 2026
• Length: 14 minutes

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