New Universal theme park set to open in UK - with promise of 'billions' of pounds for the economy
Tuesday, 8 April 2025 () A deal for a new Universal theme park in Bedfordshire has been confirmed, which Rachel Reeves says will bring "billions" to the economy and create thousands of jobs.
Kevin Hollinrake, Shadow Secretary of State for Levelling Up, has urged for increased investment outside of the South. It follows the government's announcement of a new Universal theme park in Bedfordshire, the first of its kind in Europe.
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The site of a former brickworks in Bedfordshire will soon become the location of the first Universal theme park in Europe. The resort is set to open in 2031 following an agreement brokered between the US company, the government, and the local council. The government says the new park could generate £50bn for the economy and create 28,000 new jobs, most of which will be for the local community. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the UK is “resolved” to secure the best possible trade deal with the US but is also seeking to boost ties with other countries. She stressed the importance of protecting British jobs and industry while continuing talks with American counterparts. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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Sir Keir Starmer said the announcement marked a “momentous” day as he praised Universal Studios for choosing the UK as its first location in Europe for a theme park. The prime minister said:..
A deal to secure the first Universal theme park in Europe has been secured by the Government in the hope it will generate tens of billions of pounds for the economy. Culture secretary Lisa Nandy said..
Tuesday, 8 April 2025 ()
A deal for a new Universal theme park in Bedfordshire has been confirmed, which Rachel Reeves says will bring "billions" to the economy and create thousands of jobs.
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