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City councillors have given the green light for plans to double the size of Salford’s MediaCity UK.
Up to ten new buildings, with a development value of more than £1 billion are to be built creating over 1,400 new homes and hundreds of jobs.
Salford’s MediaCityUK already hosts the BBC, ITV, The Lowry, dock10 studios, apartments and hotels, restaurants, cafés and bars, the University of Salford, Salford City College and the UTC.
Paul Dennett, Salford City Mayor, said: “This phase will focus on creating welcoming neighbourhoods where people can live and work, socialise and enjoy events. It’s a very exciting development.'
“This is all part of a major building boom in Salford which is bringing thousands of new homes and square metres of business accommodation to our city, creating further jobs and opportunities.”
Stephen Wild, managing director, MediaCityUK, added: “Phase two will provide a unique opportunity for a new generation of designs to complement what is already a thriving and vibrant destination.
“Like any city, we continue to grow in line with the needs of businesses, and our ambition to create more exciting experiences for visitors and residents. The plans approved today show the huge potential for the MediaCityUK of 2026.”
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