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The Independent
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Where the UK's third tallest building could be built
Plans for an 895ft tower, which would be the UK's third tallest skyscraper and Greater Manchester 's tallest building, are set to be decided by Salford councillors this week. The proposed tower is part of a £1 billion project at Salford's Regent Retail Park, encompassing 10 buildings and up to 3,300 new homes, alongside commercial and community spaces. Despite over 450 objections, including from Salford MP Rebecca Long-Bailey, planning officials have recommended the development for approval. Objectors have raised concerns about the level of affordable and social housing, potential parking issues, and the tower's impact on the local area's character and skyline. Developers, Henley Investment Management, have stated that a significant proportion of the scheme will be affordable housing, with planning officers supporting the proposal as an efficient use of an underused site.
Scottish Sun
14-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Incredible 78-story skyscraper, costing £1b, set to transform skyline of major city & become 3rd tallest building in UK
A MAJOR UK city is set to greenlight a 78-storey skyscraper, costing £1 billion. If approved, the tower will be the third tallest building in the country and could include up to 3,300 homes. 3 Salford's skyline could undergo a major transformation with a proposed new skyscraper Credit: Salford Council Salford in Greater Manchester could see a complete transformation of its skyline if the project goes ahead. Conceptual images show the building stand 895 feet (273m), with construction expanding across 10 buildings at Regent Retail Park. This skyscraper would become the tallest building in Greater Manchester and the third tallest in the country, behind the Shard and Horizon 22, which are both in London. Extensive plans Planning documents show the skyscraper as one of a number of towers in the development across the city's skyline. The project is set to create commercial and community space along with a new public park and 600 parking spaces. Salford councillors are due to meet on Thursday, July 17 to consider the proposal. Officials have already recommended approval for the ambitious development. The new buildings would be located in the northern half of Salford's Regent Retail Park, near the River Irwell boundary with Manchester city centre. It would include a significant proportion of affordable housing. Community concerns However, not everyone is happy with the proposals, as more than 450 objections have already been lodged with Salford City Council. Money News Today A protest is planned outside Salford Civic Centre ahead of the planning meeting for an application decision. Councillors in Ordsall are leading the campaign against the plans, along with Salford MP Rebecca Long-Bailey. They shared fears that the work would increase pressure on the existing community. The campaigners cited potential parking issues and the loss of local shops as their main concerns. MP Rebecca Long-Bailey shared an open letter to development bosses last year. Top 10 tallest buildings in the world 1. Burj Khalifa, Dubai - 2,717ft 2. Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia - 2,227ft 3. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai - 2,073ft 4. Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower, Saudi Arabia - 1,972ft 5. Ping An International Finance Centre, Shenzhen - 1,966ft 6. Lotte World Tower, Seoul - 1,819ft 7. One World Trade Center, New York - 1,776ft 8. Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, Guangzhou - 1740ft 8. Tianjin CTF Finance Centre, Tianjin - 1,740ft 10. China Zun, Beijing - 1,731ft "These plans won't help tackle the urgent need for social and affordable housing, won't help with the loss of shops, existing employment and parking, and will drastically impact Salford's skyline," she wrote. Meanwhile, developers Henley Investment Management stressed that their plans included affordable housing. They added that existing businesses in the retail park would be welcomed within the new structure. "We are delighted that planning officers have recommended our Regent Park proposals for approval," said Hattie Charlier-Poole, senior development manager at Henley Investment Management. "This is a strong endorsement of a scheme that has been shaped through extensive consultation with residents and stakeholders, and we believe it offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a district centre that Salford can be proud of." 3 The new development includes a 78-storey tower that would be the third highest in the country Credit: Salford Council The company added that it "always aimed to build more than just homes". "We want to deliver a neighbourhood with real character and a sense of community, where new homes, jobs, and green spaces are integrated into Ordsall," the development manager continued. "We look forward to the application being considered by members and to hopefully deliver a development that is truly fit for the future." Councillors recently approved plans by developer Salboy for a new £246 million skyscraper located across the River Irwell in Manchester. More skyscraper news Check out the skyscraper as tall as the Shard that has been constructed in a German forest for a crazy reason. Plus, the five colossal skyscrapers set to dominate city skylines over the next five years. And the skyscraper that measures the same height as the Shard that is set to transform London's skyline. Have a look inside the world's tallest abanoned skyscraper that still lies empty today. And the bizarre plans for Europe's tallest skyscraper planned for a small village.
The Irish Sun
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Incredible 78-story skyscraper, costing £1b, set to transform skyline of major city & become 3rd tallest building in UK
A MAJOR UK city is set to greenlight a 78-storey skyscraper, costing £1 billion. If approved, the tower will be the third tallest building in the country and could include up to 3,300 homes. Advertisement 3 Salford's skyline could undergo a major transformation with a proposed new skyscraper Credit: Salford Council Conceptual images show the building stand 895 feet (273m), with construction expanding across 10 buildings at Regent Retail Park. This skyscraper would become the tallest building in Greater Manchester and the third tallest in the country, behind the Shard and Horizon 22, which are both in London. Extensive plans Planning documents show the skyscraper as one of a number of towers in the development across the city's skyline. Advertisement Read More On News The project is set to create commercial and community space along with a new public park and 600 parking spaces. Salford councillors are due to meet on Thursday, July 17 to consider the proposal. Officials have already recommended approval for the ambitious development. The new buildings would be located in the northern half of Salford's Regent Retail Park, near the River Irwell boundary with Manchester city centre. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Breaking Exclusive Exclusive It would include a significant proportion of affordable housing. Community concerns However, not everyone is happy with the proposals, as more than 450 objections have already been lodged with Salford City Council. Money News Today A protest is planned outside Salford Civic Centre ahead of the planning meeting for an application decision. Councillors in Ordsall are leading the campaign against the plans, along with Salford MP Rebecca Long-Bailey. Advertisement They shared fears that the work would increase pressure on the existing community. The campaigners cited potential parking issues and the loss of local shops as their main concerns. MP Rebecca Long-Bailey shared an open letter to development bosses last year. Top 10 tallest buildings in the world 1. Burj Khalifa, Dubai - 2,717ft 2. Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia - 2,227ft 3. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai - 2,073ft 4. Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower, Saudi Arabia - 1,972ft 5. Ping An International Finance Centre, Shenzhen - 1,966ft 6. Lotte World Tower, Seoul - 1,819ft 7. One World Trade Center, New York - 1,776ft 8. Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, Guangzhou - 1740ft 8. Tianjin CTF Finance Centre, Tianjin - 1,740ft 10. China Zun, Beijing - 1,731ft "These plans won't help tackle the urgent need for social and affordable housing, won't help with the loss of shops, existing employment and parking, and will drastically impact Salford's skyline," she wrote. Advertisement Meanwhile, developers Henley Investment Management stressed that their plans included affordable housing. They added that existing businesses in the retail park would be welcomed within the new structure. "We are delighted that planning officers have recommended our Regent Park proposals for approval," said Hattie Charlier-Poole, senior development manager at Henley Investment Management. "This is a strong endorsement of a scheme that has been shaped through extensive consultation with residents and stakeholders, and we believe it offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a district centre that Salford can be proud of." Advertisement 3 The new development includes a 78-storey tower that would be the third highest in the country Credit: Salford Council The company added that it "always aimed to build more than just homes". "We want to deliver a neighbourhood with real character and a sense of community, where new homes, jobs, and green spaces are integrated into Ordsall," the development manager continued. "We look forward to the application being considered by members and to hopefully deliver a development that is truly fit for the future." Advertisement Councillors recently approved plans by developer Salboy for a new £246 million skyscraper located across the River Irwell in Manchester. More skyscraper news Check out the Plus, the And the skyscraper that measures the same height as the Shard that is set to Advertisement Have a look inside the And the bizarre plans for 3 Plans for the ambitious project are set to be reviewed by Salford Council on Thursday, July 17 Credit: Mode Visuals
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Woman rushed to hospital following crash on busy Greater Manchester road
A woman was rushed to hospital after a crash which saw a lamppost knocked over in Salford. Emergency services descended on Manchester Road East, near the junction with Pemberton Street, in Little Hulton this morning (July 3). Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) says it responded to a collision involving a car and a van shortly after 6am. READ MORE: LIVE: Double stabbing in Piccadilly Gardens as police close off street - latest updates READ MORE: 'My son made one silly mistake and paid with his life - this is my plea' Images from the scene show a grey Land Rover and a white van which appeared to be involved in the crash. The van appears to have struck a lamppost, which was seen left at an angle following the collision. Traffic was seen making its way around the crash scene following the incident. Firefighters and paramedics attended the scene, alongside workers from Salford council. Join our Traffic and Travel WhatsApp group HERE A spokesperson for GMFRS said: "Just after 6am this morning (Thursday, July 3), one fire engine from Farnworth fire station was called to reports of a road traffic collision involving a car and a van on Pemberton Street, Little Hulton. "The crew arrived quickly at the scene, where one of the vehicles had hit a lamppost. "Firefighters worked with Salford Council colleagues to make the area safe. "One woman was taken to hospital by colleagues from North West Ambulance Service. "Firefighters were in attendance for around 30 minutes." --- For the latest stories and breaking news visit Get the latest headlines, features and analysis that matter to you by signing up to our various Manchester Evening News newsletters here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to stay up to date with the latest. Follow us on X @mennewsdesk for all the latest stories and updates on breaking incidents from across the region and beyond, as well as on our Facebook page here. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our newsdesk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Masked cyclist 'pulled gun from his socks and threatened cop'
A masked cyclist pulled a gun from his socks and then threatened a police officer with a handgun, according to eye-witnesses. The officer, who was out tackling a youths said to be riding e-bikes dangerously, came face-to-face with someone who was 'brandishing' what appeared to be a firearm in Broughton in Salford at around noon on Tuesday (May 20, 2025), according to Greater Manchester Police. The cop was said to have drawn his Taser stun gun and shouted 'Taser, Taser - get down, get down' at a fleeing cyclist who then pulled what appeared to be a handgun from his socks, according to eye-witnesses spoken to by the Manchester Evening News. READ MORE: LIVE: Police tape off street as man 'brandishes suspected firearm in officer's face' near Greater Manchester park - latest updates READ MORE: Bury murder: Man, 19, killed after being hit by car in 'targeted attack' named and pictured Armed police and the police helicopter was scrambled following the drama close the junction with Great Clowes Street and Upper Camp Street in Broughton. Two suspects, aged 20 and 21, were later arrested about a mile away on North George Street. The drama was witnessed by two Salford Council parking enforcement officers, who were in a liveried vehicle, who went to the aid of the police officer who had pursued a cyclist onto Upper Camp Street. One of the officers told the Manchester Evening News: "We jumped out of the car and went to help the officer. We saw that he was struggling and then brandished the Taser and he tried to Taser him but it didn't work. We just jumped out and tried to assist and we ran over." He said they 'back off' when they saw the cyclist pull what appeared to be a 'black hand pistol' from his sock. The cyclist than fell from his bike and fled towards some houses, jumping over fences and through back gardens. He was said to have thrown away the gun as he ran. The cyclist had been wearing a balaclava over his head, a black top and grey tracksuit bottoms, he said. He went on that the officer was 'on his own' and that they were determined to help. Today forensics specialists were examining the scene, particularly the push bike on which the gunman had been riding and which was abandoned. The two people arrested were being held on suspicion of possessing a firearm or imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of unlawful violence. "Both remain in police custody for questioning," said a statement from GMP, who also confirmed an e-bike was recovered on Fenny Street and a suspected firearm was found on Upper Camp Street. Following the drama, Detective Superintendent Simon Moyles from our Salford district said: 'This incident is entirely unacceptable and highlights how quickly situations faced by our frontline officers can escalate. Our officers work tirelessly to keep our communities safe and should never be placed in such danger. 'We will always use every resource available to bring those responsible to justice. No one is above the law, and we will not tolerate this kind of behaviour on our streets.' Anyone with information is urged to call police on 0161 856 4477 quoting log 1480 of 20/05/25 or call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
