West Yorkshire open for business at major national conference in Leeds May 17, 2023 On Tuesday (16 May) West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin will declare the region open for business as she addresses delegates at the UKREiiF conference in Leeds. In front of an audience of thousands of representatives from the business and public sector communities, the Mayor will highlight opportunities for investment, with key announcements expected over the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Iceni Projects Announces Investment in Urban Intelligence May 17, 2023 Iceni Projects Limited (Iceni), a leading planning and development consultancy, has announced its investment in Urban Intelligence (UI), an early stage business focussed on the digitisation of the planning system. The investment will strengthen the partnership between the two companies and facilitate growth opportunities for both that build on their individual strengths. UI has proven […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Capital&Centric to repurpose Wigan modernist icon into bustling business community May 17, 2023 ONE of Wigan’s most iconic town centre buildings is set for a new lease of life. Social mission developers Capital&Centric, in partnership with Wigan Council, are set to restore the Civic Centre – the modernist concrete building that’s sat at the heart of the town since the 1970s. They’ve struck up the partnership to restore […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Open for business! Thames Estuary Envoy launches bid for £18bn of regional investment May 17, 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
Partnership cements Mayor’s pledge to boosting homes in West Yorkshire May 17, 2023 A ground-breaking new partnership will cement the commitment made by the Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, to build more affordable and sustainable homes for people across the region. The Government’s housing and regeneration agency, Homes England, has partnered with West Yorkshire Combined Authority to boost the delivery of thousands more homes, including affordable homes, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
People First Charter to tackle skills shortages and improve inclusivity May 17, 2023 Charter will offer tailored support to help businesses put their people at the heart of everything they do. A new charter aims to tackle skills shortages and improve the image of the built environment industry, demonstrating the inclusivity of employers within the sector. The People First Charter, from the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Moda Living raises the Bar for carbon offsetting at UKREiiF May 17, 2023 Rental living pioneer Moda Living has unveiled plans to drive the UK’s biggest property conference towards a net zero future, giving attendees at UKREiiF the opportunity to offset the carbon from their journeys to Leeds in an industry-first initiative with a brand new addition to this year’s event: The Moda Bar. Located in the Food […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Lloyds Bank confirm UKREiiF 2023 pavilion May 15, 2023 Lloyds Bank have confirmed their involvement with The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 16-18 May in Leeds. Established in 1765, Lloyds Bank have provided expert support and guidance to households, businesses, and communities across the UK. Lloyds Bank, will have their own pavilion, where they […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Basingstoke – Invest in happiness May 15, 2023 Located 45min from London and the same distance from the south coast ports, Basingstoke is the largest Hampshire town and home to big brands like Sony, Vitacress, Fujitsu, Eli Lilly and Company, The AA and Lavazza. It is a productive place, rating in the UK’s top 6% for Gross Value Added (GVA) per hour worked, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Great Wolf Resorts explores bringing an indoor water park resort to Basingstoke May 15, 2023 A major US-based leisure operator has expressed interest in bringing an indoor water park resort to Basingstoke, as one of the first in the UK. The proposed concept of an indoor water park resort was discussed in a meeting , as Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council’s Cabinet considers whether to progress formal negotiations with Great Wolf […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
