News: Waverley offers a unique opportunity

The developers behind the proposed government campus at Waverley in Rotherham describe the project as "a unique opportunity to relocate to one of the most dynamic regions of the UK." The recently submitted plans for 60,000 square metres of office space will be targeted at Government occupiers and associated business support organisations. Tim Love, development director for Harworth Estates, UK COAL’s property arm, said: "The revised proposals are more consistent with the high quality environment we are looking to achieve at Waverley and provide different functions of Government the opportunity to relocate to a dedicated campus which forms part of a much bigger regeneration project." Mike Slade, chief executive of Helical Bar, commented: "Waverley offers a unique opportunity to relocate to one of the most dynamic regions of the UK. We want to ensure South Yorkshire continues to benefit from Government relocation and believe Waverley has all the ingredients which will attract them and provide a property offer which will enable Government to achieve efficiency savings and locate into highly sustainable, flexible office space." The anticipated work on the Highfield Commercial site could commence next year when a planning decision is also expected on the new community plans submitted in August. Once planning consents have been secured, it is expected the whole development will take around 20 years to complete.
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