Region’s Mayor Projects Highlighted At Huge UK Investment Event May 17, 2023 Some of the Tees Valley’s biggest redevelopment opportunities have been in the spotlight at one of the country’s largest real estate and investment exhibitions. The Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority are promoting the region – including Teesside International Airport’s Business Park, Hartlepool and Middlesbrough Development Corporations and the Teesside Freeport – during the three-day […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
New ‘levelling up’ research predicts ‘Northern brain drain’ of younger generation May 17, 2023 Nearly half (44%) of 16–21-year-olds in the North expect to move from their area of whom 44% are seeking better employment prospects and 40% expect to move to find a better living environment, according to new research into the views of young people on levelling up. The study, commissioned by Atkins and Northern Powerhouse Partnership, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
A greener Oldham: showcasing our sustainable developments May 17, 2023 As they prepare to join us at UKREiiF, Oldham Council explain how the region is creating a greener borough through prioritising sustainable developments. The way we’re building a better Oldham – where more people want to live, work and raise their families – will be showcased next week at The UK’s Real Estate Investment and […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Boroughs launch new infrastructure framework to ‘secure London’s future growth’ May 17, 2023 London boroughs have unveiled a list of key infrastructure projects needed to secure “a more prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable” future for the capital. For the first time, all 33 of the capital’s local authorities have agreed an infrastructure framework on a cross-party, pan-London basis, with the aim of using infrastructure investment to boost prosperity, reduce […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Latest St Helens town centre transformation plans revealed: heritage, children and families and ambition at their heart May 17, 2023 Art and design ideas that reflect the proud heritage, buildings and features to be enjoyed by children and families, and high ambitions for the future are at the heart of plans to revitalise St Helens town centre, according to the team behind the proposals. St Helens Borough Council and its project partner The English Cities […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Keele University invites market interest in supporting expansion of its high-growth Science and Innovation Park May 17, 2023 Keele University has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) inviting early market engagement from potential strategic partners to support the continued growth of its Science and Innovation Park. One of the longest established Science and Innovation Parks in the UK, and fully integrated into Keele’s 600-acre campus, the Park is home to over 1,000 employees […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
UKREiiF Festival of Achievement celebrates the best in the industry May 16, 2023 Today (Tuesday 16th May) winners were announced for the UKREiiF Festival of Achievement – which celebrates the best in class within the UK’s real estate, property, investment and infrastructure sectors. The Judging Panel had previously whittled down the list of nominations to between 2 and 4 potential winners. The panel consists of major influencers in […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Sustainability superpower: UK can unlock more than £70bn of economic benefits and export £17bn of renewable energy a year May 16, 2023 The race to net zero presents the UK with a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity, unseen since the discovery of oil and gas reserves in the North Sea in the 1970s, according to a landmark report. The UK could unlock more than £70 billion of economic benefits a year if it adopts a bold strategy of going […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Delivering quality, affordable homes and regenerating towns and cities – Homes England launches its next five-year Strategic Plan May 16, 2023 The Government’s housing and regeneration agency has unveiled its next five-year Strategic Plan, setting out how it will support communities and families by enabling the delivery of more good quality, affordable homes alongside the regeneration of towns and cities across England. With sustainability, decency and good design at its heart, and underpinned by over £16 […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Open for business! Thames Estuary Envoy launches bid for £18bn of regional investment May 16, 2023 The government’s Thames Estuary Envoy will today announce the region is open for business, with the publication of two-dozen projects worth more than £18 billion on a new platform designed to drive private investment to the southeast. Kate Willard OBE, the government appointed Estuary Envoy, will tell delegates at the UKREiiF event in Leeds that […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
