Smart Cities – a huge opportunity May 21, 2018 Major cities are incredibly important to the global economy. Over half of current global GDP is accounted for by just 380 cities, but that number is expected to rise to 600 by 2025 – who’ll contribute more than 60% in total. As cities grow in complexity more and more challenges need to be overcome. There […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Consultation launched on transport plan to boost North West economy May 21, 2018 Local community residents and businesses are being urged to get involved in a new transport strategy consultation – with the strategy designed to boost the local economy over the next 20 years. Over the course of the next 12 weeks Cheshire and Warring LEP will be consulting those on its draft Transport Strategy, which sets […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Ilford Station set for revamp May 21, 2018 Ilford Station is set to be revamped with a third entrance to prepare for the likely wave of new commuters. With 6,000 new homes planned for the borough Transport for London (TfL) are looking to get the station ready to be able to accommodate the increase. Transport for London will contribute £750,000 to a £2.2m […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
More acquisitions of specialist development lenders expected May 21, 2018 We’re likely to see more acquisitions of specialist development lenders in the near future – accordingly to a leading solicitor. The development finance market is beginning to become an attractive proposition for challenger banks to enter into. Speaking about the subject and highlighting the recent announcement that Paragon Banking Group were in early stage discussions […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Birmingham City Council seek contractors for £2bn framework May 18, 2018 Birmingham City Council have announced that they’re looking to renew their £2bn Construction West Midlands Framework used for new build and refurbishment works – which has put property and construction firms on high alert. The existing framework is set to expire in the Autumn of 2019. We’re in Birmingham on Monday to discuss some of […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Huge residential scheme in Yorkshire recommended for approval May 18, 2018 A huge housing project in Castleford is set to move a step closer next week, with plans to build over a thousand homes in the town being recommended for approval. The proposal, which will go before councillors next week, could see 1,400 new residential homes being built in a massive boost for housing within West […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
HS2 will bring a ‘phenomenal economic growth opportunity’ to South Yorkshire May 18, 2018 Sheffield and the South Yorkshire region has an incredible opportunity to reinvent itself and drive economic growth – according to Lord Adonis. The former Secretary of State for Transport said the region is entering into a ‘once in a century’ opportunity with the arrival of HS2 which will transform transport and infrastructure within South Yorkshire, […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Impressive transformation plans for Halifax revealed May 17, 2018 Design images have been revealed for an impressive multi-million pound revamp of Halifax train station. The plans, by Calderdale Council, will see the town centre transformed – including an ambitious new look for the town’s railway station. The Council, who will speak at our Transforming West Yorkshire Conference in Leeds this June, are now displaying […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Construction industry networking with a difference – to make a difference May 17, 2018 The Yorkshire Three Peaks is a classic UK trekking challenge. In the heart of the Yorkshire Dales these three summits are there to be conquered in just one day. For others however, there are much greater challenges and struggles to overcome. Every day of every year, thousands of young people in the UK find themselves […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Lincolnshire project set to be promoted overseas May 17, 2018 A project which could bring a new outlet village and thousands of new homes to Lincolnshire is set to be promoted overseas in a bid to raise £200m in investment. The regeneration scheme is set to be promoted by International Trade Secretary and MP Liam Fox – as he looks to give the Grantham Southern […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
