Solar farm proposed to support Blackpool Airport Aug 29, 2024 Initial proposals for a solar farm on land south of Blackpool Airport’s main runway have been submitted to Fylde Council. The proposed 20MVA solar farm would allow the airport to generate its own renewable electricity, reducing energy bills and its carbon footprint, while also enabling Blackpool Council to reduce its overall net electricity consumption by […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
750 New Homes to be Built on Former Greater Manchester Police Site in Stretford Aug 28, 2024 A deal has been finalised for the development of around 750 new homes on the former Greater Manchester Police headquarters site in Stretford. The 9.5-acre site will be transformed through a joint venture between international property developer FEC (Far East Consortium), Trafford Council, and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). The redevelopment will include 25% […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Salford Council Edges Closer to Full Ownership of Community Stadium Aug 27, 2024 Salford City Council is nearing the final stages of acquiring full ownership of Salford Community Stadium, home to the Salford Red Devils and Sale Sharks. Currently, the council holds a 50% stake in the stadium, but after a decision in February to take complete control, the buyout from its partner, Peel, is expected to be […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
St Helens Council Moves to Demolish School Aug 27, 2024 St Helens Council is set to decide on an application to demolish the long-abandoned Penkford School in Newton-le-Willows. The school is situated at the corner of Wharf Road and Common Road, has deteriorated significantly since its closure. The demolition plan includes removing all buildings on the site, but the foundations, car parks, and service roads […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Issa Brothers Set to Demolish Final Thwaites Building in Blackburn Aug 23, 2024 The billionaire Issa brothers have submitted an application to demolish the last remaining structure of the former Thwaites Brewery in Blackburn. The building, a former visitor centre, is located on a nearly half-acre site off Penny Street, which is owned by their property company, Monte Blackburn. The brothers, who made their fortune with the creation […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
£1.5M Grant Boosts Restoration of Blackburn’s Historic Exchange Building Aug 23, 2024 Blackburn’s grade two-listed Exchange building is set for a major transformation, thanks to a £1.5 million grant from Blackburn with Darwen Council. The funding will kickstart the first phase of a £9 million redevelopment project led by the charity Re:Source. Originally built in 1865, the Exchange has a storied history, having served as a cotton […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Public Consultation Launched for £230 Million/4,500 home Holt Town Development in East Manchester Aug 19, 2024 Manchester City Council has launched a consultation on the ambitious plans for Holt Town, a new development poised to transform a 74-acre brownfield site between the city centre and Etihad Campus. This project, featuring up to 4,500 new homes, is expected to bring a significant boost to Manchester’s economy and offer a blend of residential, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Tri7 acquires Manchester Development site for £16 Million Aug 19, 2024 London-based real estate firm Tri7 has acquired the Vision site on Whitworth Street West in Manchester for £16 million. Tri7 aims to revitalise the prime city centre location, which has been vacant for years despite attempts by various developers and investors. Samuel Castle, a partner at Tri7, commented: “10-12 Whitworth Street West is in a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
MIX MANCHESTER launches consultation on plans for the UK’s first airport-based science, innovation, and manufacturing campus Aug 19, 2024 The joint venture partnership behind MIX MANCHESTER is taking its plans for the UK’s first airport-based science, innovation, and manufacturing campus to public consultation, following approval in principle of the draft Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) by Manchester City Council’s Executive Committee. The MIX MANCHESTER SRF has been prepared by planning consultant, CBRE, to deliver a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Planning consent granted for final phases of Stockport Exchange Aug 16, 2024 Following a Stockport Council Planning and Highways Regulation Committee meeting last night (Thursday, 15 August), planning consent has been granted for the next phases of Stockport Exchange. Working with Stockport Council, Muse Developments now have the green light to bring forward 4 Stockport Exchange, which will comprise 60,000 sq ft of office space with ground floor […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
