Achieving The Sustainable and Viable Re-use of Historic Mills

Ahead of the Mills Development Conference – supported by Historic England and Homes England we hear from Rebecca Burrows and Dr Alex Holton of industry experts Purcell… Great emphasis and optimism has, rightly, been placed on the ‘historic mill’ as a cultural asset that has potential to offer solutions to residential housing or commercial office […]

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University of Sheffield AMRC to Open North West Facility

The University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) has driven incredibly growth across South Yorkshire, attracting global brands including McLaren Automotive and Boeing to the region, and they’ve now made a major new step with confirmation of a new facility in Lancashire.[emaillocker id=”71749″] Set to be developed at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone then £20m […]

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UK Construction & Property Events Worth Attending in 2020

The construction and property industry is in a fascinating place. On one side there is major disruption and uncertainty with skills, housing, Brexit and more creating massive challenges which need to be overcome. On the other hand innovative smart solutions are offering ways to combat barriers, whilst ambitious infrastructure projects including HS2, Northern Powerhouse Rail […]

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Northern Eden Project on Track For 2020 Planning Submission After Positive Consultation

Earmarked for a prime waterfront location in Morecambe, the Eden Project North has moved a step forward after an incredibly successful and positive public consultation, whilst a new partnership is on the cards with another regeneration project on the waterfront. A planning application for the proposed £85m eco-friendly tourist attraction is on target to be […]

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Applications Open for Innovative Tech Scheme to Support the Next Generation of Ambitious Entrepreneurs

Exchange, a revolutionary new digital and technology programme, has opened applications for its first cohort, as it looks to foster the UK’s next best start-ups. The one-of-a-kind scheme will offer ambitious, early stage, tech companies and entrepreneurs access to the tools and infrastructure they need, to learn and succeed, paving the future of tech and […]

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CAPITAL&CENTRIC Reveal Secret Garden at KAMPUS project

The recently completed secret garden at HBD and CAPITAL&CENTRIC’S newest project has been revealed in new images. The jungle like garden sits at the heart of the new £250m neighbourhood being developed by CAPITAL&CENTRIC and HBD. [emaillocker id=”71749″] Located in the centre of Manchester near Canal Street, the garden neighbourhood will provide a new oasis […]

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Knowsley Council’s £44m Investment In Kirkby “Largest Ever”

Knowsley Council and the developer St Modwen have agreed a deal to transfer 87 shops and 12.4 acres of land into council ownership in what is claimed to be the local authority’s largest-ever property investment. Knowsley council are speaking at our upcoming North-West Development Conference. The council said the move was a “significant step forward […]

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Historic Shrewsbury Ready For The High Street Of The Future

Shrewsbury’s Big Town Plan, created in consultation with over 5,000 residents, is leading the way forward for the medieval town centre, which is populated with over 600 listed buildings. [emaillocker id=”71749″] Liz Lowe, Head of Estates at Morris Property, commented on the relative resilience of Shrewsbury town centre at our recent High Streets Development Conference: […]

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Massive £1.2bn Investment in Bolton Bringing the Town’s Metamorphosis

Bolton is receiving huge investment to enable the redevelopment of the town; our recent High Streets Development Conference heard. Gerry Brough, Director of Place at Bolton Council outlined their objectives: “The council wants to turn Bolton from a much loved but rundown town centre into a vibrant place where people want to live, work, study […]

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£48m Council Purchase of Houndshill Shopping Centre

Blackpool Council has acquired the resort’s Houndshill Shopping Centre in a move aimed at catalysing the regeneration of the town centre. The Council has been in discussions for some time regarding the future of the Houndshill with the previous owner of the centre, BCC Eiffel and its funders. [emaillocker id=”71749″] The Council decided to step […]

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