OxMKCam review author backs ministerial champion for the arc corridor Jul 2, 2018 The Oxford to Cambridge corridor requires a ministerial champion, according to the MP commissioned by the Government to review the area’s development strategy. Delivering an opening keynote speech at the beginning of the Oxford Cambridge Corridor Economic Growth Conference, Milton Keynes MP Iain Stewart said this co-ordination should either be delivered by a minister or […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Castleford’s £750m masterplan takes centre stage in Leeds Jul 2, 2018 Wakefield Council have adopted the masterplan for the £750m regeneration of Castleford’s riverside, the authority’s Chief Executive confirmed at our Transforming West Yorkshire Conference in Leeds. Merran McRae told delegates that the council had rubberstamped the blueprint for the Aire River Growth Corridor (ARGC) in the borough’s second biggest centre. The 230 ha of former […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
A Case Study – Corn Exchange, Manchester Jun 29, 2018 Earlier this year saw the completion of the redevelopment of the Corn Exchange in Manchester. Getting to this stage in the life of this heritage building has been 13 years in the making and made possible through a partnership of industry professionals and experts. The partnership was between Aviva Investors, Queensberry Real Estate, Spring & […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
20-storey residential tower at Old Oak and Park Royal site given go-ahead Jun 29, 2018 A development set to bring an ambitious residential development to the Old Oak and Park Royal regeneration site has been given to thumbs up – with a 20-storey tower brought forward by Fruition Properties. The development, part funded by Propio – an innovative crowdfunding investment platform, will also include a new church, nursery and community […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Exploring how Leeds is taking forward the inclusive growth agenda… Jun 28, 2018 Leeds economy is growing! Over the next twenty years its expected to grow by 50% whilst Leeds City Centre is set to ‘double in size’ through the huge regeneration and development plans outlined by the Council. Leeds is outperforming other cities across the UK and it’s attracting a lot of interest from both UK and […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Foreign investment continues to increase and create new jobs Jun 27, 2018 Money from foreign investors is continuing to flood into the West Midlands with the strong city outlook, the imminent arrival of HS2 and the strong developments planned for the city ensuring that it’s a great place to invest! Despite concerns over the impact and uncertainly surrounding Brexit, there continues to be an increasing number of […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Renderings revealed for University College Dublin masterplan proposals Jun 27, 2018 The University College Dublin have released the latest images of their masterplan proposal – put forward by the shortlisted teams competing to design the final buildings. The designs, which have been compiled by the six shortlisted firms who’ve progressed to the final stages of the ‘Future Campus International Design Competition’, consist of artwork for two […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Infrastructure investment in the North to be higher than London and the South of England Jun 26, 2018 The North of England is set to be boosted by investment into their road and rail networks – as the Government announce higher spending on upgrades in the north compared to London and the South. The announcement by The Department for Transport shows that investment between 2018 and 2021 will be more than £30 more […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Kirklees Local Plan: what does it mean for Kirklees and West Yorkshire Jun 26, 2018 Kirklees Council have been given the backing of the Planning Inspector – paving the way for the introduction of their new Kirklees Local Plan in the next few months. The plan sets out the vision and strategy for the future of the region, highlighting improved infrastructure and housing as two areas of focus. Kirklees Council, […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Transforming Leeds City Region through ’12 big ideas’ Jun 25, 2018 A five-year strategy has been set out by Leeds City Council with the aim of ensuring the City flourishes – driving regeneration, development, opportunities, better education and health amongst many other things. The strategy, which is expected to be approved by the council’s executive board on Wednesday highlights 12 ‘big ideas’ which will transform Leeds […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
