UK City of Culture 2025: Five in North West, Wales to compete

Boasting in a video about the region’s commitment to sustainability, rich culture and proud heritage, the South of Scotland Enterprise has thrown its hat into the City of Culture ring.

The county would be divided into two unitary councils, East Cumbria and West Cumbria, under local government secretary Robert Jenrick’s plans.

Money from the £3.6bn government fund is meant to boost investment, encourage economic regeneration and provide vital infrastructure.

The money would go towards improving Barrow Market, the town’s transport infrastructure, and access to the Forum Theatre.

The money will support seven projects within the city, including the Southern Gateway regeneration, and is part of a wider 10-year investment plan.

Take part in the fourth Vertical Salary Review of North West property and construction professionals to receive early access to the findings and be entered into a draw to win a pass to a year of events, including the sold-out Place Party.

Oldham, Rochdale and Crewe are among nine North West towns to be awarded a combined nine-figure sum from Whitehall’s Future High Streets Fund. 

From 24 June, Place North West will be bringing property people back together again at conferences, social gatherings and debates.

A public inquiry into the controversial plans for a £165m colliery on the St Bees coast is to start in September.