Major regeneration plan gets city leaders' backing

Plans to transform two Greater Manchester boroughs have been backed by city leaders.

Salford Council said it would support a new development zone running along the Manchester Ship Canal in Salford and Trafford.

Thousands of jobs could be created as homes and business premises are built, Salford leaders heard.

The area is one of six "growth locations" across Greater Manchester boroughs that aim to bring in about £10bn of investment.

Salford's mayor, Paul Dennett, said the long-term plan mean "we can secure significant infrastructure investment for this part of the region, while also creating a fairer, greener, healthier and more inclusive city".

He added "much-needed homes and high quality jobs that local people deserve" would come from the projects.

The Local Democracy Reporting Service reported that the mayoral development zone proposal still needed approval from Trafford Council's executive on 16 June, and from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority on 27 June.

Last week, Trafford council's executive member for economy and regeneration, Liz Patel, said the development would "see a whole range of opportunities for residents, businesses and visitors, to make the most of our vibrant, well-connected locations and great transport network".

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