Universal UK Resort could bring major jobs and tourism boost to West Northamptonshire

Universal UK Resort could bring major jobs and tourism boost to West Northamptonshire

West Northamptonshire could benefit from thousands of new jobs, increased tourism and investment generated by the planned Universal UK Resort, council leaders have said following a regional summit.

West Northamptonshire explores Universal resort opportunities

West Northamptonshire Council has joined regional talks on the economic opportunities linked to the proposed Universal UK Resort. The roundtable, hosted in Bedford by Tourism Minister Stephanie Peacock MP on 19 August, brought together representatives from eight local authorities, MPs, regional stakeholders and Universal Destinations & Experiences. Discussions focused on coordinating regional plans for employment, […]

Local leaders meet to maximise benefits of Universal resort in Bedford

Regional leaders have met with the government and Universal to discuss how a planned theme park and resort in Bedford could bring jobs, investment and new opportunities to communities across the region. Tourism Minister Stephanie Peacock chaired the meeting at The Swan Hotel in Bedford, bringing together representatives from eight local authorities, Universal Destinations and Experiences and local MPs. The local authorities represented were: Bed…