Three major masterplans that will shape the future of Manchester have been redrawn in a move to boost the city's economy and create new green spaces. The former Central Retail Park, which is set to become government offices, will now feature a park following a public backlash against the previous plans.
A 'world leading' life science research and development facility is set to be built in Oxford Road Corridor as part of the Manchester Science Park plans. And proposals for a new 'vibrant' and 'commercially-led' neighbourhood near Manchester Piccadilly have also been set out ahead of the station's expansion.
Manchester council waved through the new plans at an executive meeting on Wednesday (December 14), putting them forward to the public for feedback. It comes around a year after Labour councillor Bev Craig took over the top job at the town hall, ending Sir Richard Leese's the 25-year reign as council leader.
