In this week's EG Focus: London, City and Docklands

Overview: Life after Watermark has proved to be a sharp and stark reminder of the idiosyncrasies of the property market. The UK is still in recession and landlords are still suffering and yet, occupiers are fighting each other for prime Grade A space. In the mag this week I take a look at what's left on offer and what might happen to rents and incentives. There's also a look at the market through the eyes of an investor.

Sentiment: The gloom continues to brighten, and Stacey Meadwell finds that over a third think the capital is heading for a substantial improvement in the next six months.

Planning: Mayor Boris has been overturning some large planning decisions in the capital after promising to leave local authorities to it. At the heart of the matter seems to be contributions to Crossrail.  Melanie Smith looks at the what it means for developers

Docklands: Songbird's secured its future and lives to sing another day. Daniel Cunningham looks at how that will affect Canary Wharf Group and what the future holds for the estate.