New partnership to accelerate Wakefield regeneration plans

We’ve been appointed by Wakefield Council as its new Strategic Regeneration Partner.

We will work in partnership with the Council to deliver at pace the next phase of major regeneration projects across the city.

Cllr Michael Graham, Wakefield Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth, said:

“We have an exciting and ambitious Masterplan that lays out the vision for the future of our city centre.

“Work is in progress on the first stage which is delivering a new hotel, an extended and enhanced city square, several new city centre housing developments, and a new Museum and Library. This new partnership will now lead on the next chapter in our city’s regeneration. Delivering our ambition at scale and at pace.

“Muse will help originate, plan, and develop new projects, driving them forward from blueprint to build. They’ll be bringing expertise to support us to unlock significant private sector funding.  As well as looking at assets and land the Council owns to determine how they can be better used.”

By co-ordinating the contractors and companies involved in delivering large scale projects, and overcoming any challenges that may arise, our partnership will help the Council drive the Masterplan forward.

Simon Dew, Development Director, said:

Cllr Graham added:

“With 40 years’ experience delivering the kind of projects we want for Wakefield; we’re delighted to have Muse on board. They share in our vision and ambitions for Wakefield. With this new partnership, we are now in a position of real strength to deliver the long-term vision for the future of our city.”

The Council announced it was looking to appoint a Strategic Regeneration Partner in July last year. The appointment of Muse followed a rigorous and robust process to ensure the successful applicant meets the necessary requirements and delivers value for money.