Leyland Town Deal meeting to give tradespeople the chance to be involved

Businesses and tradespeople are invited to a Meet the Buyer event to find out more about the Leyland Town Deal and the opportunities available to them.

South Ribble Borough Council is working with the Leyland Town Deal Board to show the opportunities on offer to deliver the exciting refurbishment, new build and public realm projects.

Attendees to the event at the Civic Centre in Leyland will be able to hear from the project team and ask any questions.

The breakfast briefing will be open to all businesses specialising in all building skills and trades.*

Businesses and tradespeople are being asked to register for the event at www.businessinsouthribble.com/meet-the-buyer

The event is taking place on Thursday (28 April) from 8am to 11am.

Charles Hadcock DL, Chairman of the Leyland Town Deal Board said, “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the borough and is set to be an incredibly exciting project which will see a mix of refurbishment, new build, and public realm projects.

“I encourage all businesses and tradespeople who have the experience and skillset to offer their services to the project to come forward to register their interest and get more information about the Leyland Town Deal.”

Leyland Town Deal is a project where Leyland has been awarded up to £25 million from the Government following a successful funding bid.

Proposals for the scheme within the Town Deal include a Leyland Market upgrade, a new Business and Skills hub, town centre regeneration, new commercial premises, and town centre living. More information can be found at www.leylandtowndeal.com

*Example list of businesses and traders suitable for the event: