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
Local communities and woodlands in Birmingham and Crewe recieve HS2 funding boost Jun 25, 2018 An additional £8m of funding has been provided to benefit local communities and woodlands between Birmingham and Crewe. The announcement, which promises to create new woodlands and bring safer local roads to communities and residents, comes as HS2 Minister Nusrat Ghani promises to ensure that HS2 sets a new environmental standard for construction projects. The […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Work begins on multi-million pound retail and industrial scheme Jun 24, 2018 Work has begun on the multi-million pound Park 66 development on the outskirts of Bury. The development, which is set to see the first retailers of the park open their doors in the Spring of 2019, will see Home Bargains, Food Warehouse, KFC and Costa Coffee located in Pilsworth. It will pave the way for […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Student bed boost for University of Lincoln Jun 22, 2018 Proposals to boost student beds within Lincoln’s Viking House development have been given the thumbs up by the City of Lincoln Council chiefs. The plans, which will provide an additional 272 beds for students within the City, are a great boost for housing in the City at a time that there is a real focus […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Countryside Properties get green light for Garden City housing Jun 22, 2018 Developer Countryside Properties have had their proposal for the delivery of an addition 172 new homes within Ebbsfleet Garden City approved. The scheme, which forms part of its plans for the Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Springhead Park, will see the creation of new houses alongside additional amenities including an outdoor gym, park and allotments. The project […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more