Go ahead given for £140m 11-storey commercial scheme in Manchester Oct 7, 2022 Plans to develop the largest, highly sustainable commercial building in Greater Manchester, set within the heart of MediaCity, have been given the green light, paving the way for the first major development for the waterside creative, tech and digital hub since Landsec’s 75% acquisition from Peel L&P in November 2021. The iconic, £140 million (GDV), […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Government announces new Devolution deals across England Sep 19, 2024 Devolution deals have been confirmed for Hull & East Yorkshire, and for Lincolnshire – with Combined County Authorities also set to be established in Lancashire, and Devon & Torbay. The Mayoral elections will be in 2025 if the devolution deals are approved by Parliament. Greater Lincolnshire will receive an additional £24m a year from Government, […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
GRAHAM Consortium Chosen for University of Manchester Fallowfield Campus Overhaul Jul 29, 2024 The Viridis consortium, comprising GRAHAM (investor and construction), Equitix (infrastructure investor, developer, and manager), and Derwent FM (facilities management), has been named the preferred bidder for the redevelopment of the University of Manchester’s Fallowfield Campus. This project, which will follow a Design, Build, Finance, and Operate (DBFO) model, marks a pivotal step in upgrading the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Grainger Acquires Manchester Development in £31m Deal Jul 24, 2024 Grainger has bolstered its portfolio with the acquisition of The Astley, a build-to-rent scheme in Manchester, from M&G Real Estate for £31 million. This strategic move is set to enhance Grainger’s presence in the Northern Quarter and Ancoats, an area renowned for its vibrant community and growth potential. The Astley, a 135-home development featuring a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Great Places launches consultation for ‘first of a kind’ purpose-built majority LGBTQ+ Extra Care housing scheme proposals Jan 4, 2024 Great Places Housing Group has launched a public consultation on its proposals for a plan to create the UK’s first purpose-built and co-produced majority LGBTQ+ Extra Care housing scheme in Whalley Range, south Manchester. The south Manchester-based housing association with extensive experience of designing, developing, and managing a wide variety of affordable general needs, supported […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Great Places partners with Stonebond to deliver over 600 affordable homes across the North West Jun 30, 2023 Great Places has established as partnership agreement with Stonebond, the land-led partnerships developer, that will see the two partners initially deliver over 600 affordable homes. The partnership is an open-ended agreement which provides a long-term strategic framework between the two parties, with the potential to deliver further homes in the future. The homes will be […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Greater Manchester and Liverpool regional leaders unite to champion Levelling Up opportunities at UKREiiF Feb 16, 2022 UKREiiF is a new annual event that will connect people, places and businesses in order to accelerate the levelling up agenda and unlock sustainable, inclusive and transformational investment Conference speakers include a host of senior figures from national and local government, as well as leading developers and investors Awards to celebrate pioneers in the ESG […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Greater Manchester announces partners and programme for UKREiiF Apr 25, 2022 Greater Manchester has announced that it will attend UKREiiF, the UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum, for the first time when it comes to Leeds next month. The three-day event will connect over 3,500 investors, developers, public sector bodies, funders, and end-users to inward investment as Greater Manchester joins up with Liverpool City Region […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Greater Manchester industrial estate now two thirds let following latest deal Apr 8, 2024 Network Space Developments (NSD) has let a 17,000 sq ft unit at the flagship Broadheath Networkcentre in Altrincham. Constructed by Bansco, on behalf of NSD, the 206,000 sq ft, 25-unit Broadheath Networkcentre has regenerated a brownfield site providing a mix of high-quality refurbished space alongside new builds. Achieving BREEAM Very Good and EPC A ratings, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Greater Manchester Land Available for Development Jun 28, 2024 A large site on Bury New Road in Manchester is now on the market. Previously granted planning permission for a hotel, car showroom, and storage warehouse, the plot also holds potential for residential development, according to agent Hindley Lawrence. Located just south of the Fairy Lane and Bury New Road junction, the freehold property at […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Greater Manchester strikes trailblazing new devolution deal – “New era for English devolution” Mar 16, 2023 Greater Manchester’s Mayor and 10 Leaders have hailed the city-region’s first devolution deal with the Government since 2017 as the most significant yet – securing much greater influence over crucial policy areas. The Deal further embeds the role of local decision-making through additional powers, new financial freedoms and new accountability arrangements. It is a vote of confidence in devolution and Greater […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Greater Manchester to attend UKREiiF 2023 Mar 8, 2023 Greater Manchester has confirmed attendance at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 16 -18 May in Leeds. The Manchester at UKREiiF Partnership, will be coordinated by Marketing Manchester; the agency that promotes Greater Manchester to a global audience as a place to visit, invest, meet […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
