United welcomes Greater Manchester's 10-year plan
Manchester United welcomes the 10-year growth plan for the region announced today by Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham.
The vision, which was set out at an event in the city centre, detailed how Manchester is setting its sights on a new era of economic growth, on the way to becoming a second city to rival any other on the planet by 2050.
Included in the Mayor’s speech was the appointment of Lord Sebastian Coe as the Chair-Designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) for the Old Trafford Regeneration project.
Lord Coe previously led the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force – a multi-stakeholder group set up by the club with the objective of exploring options for developing a world-class football stadium and regenerating the surrounding area.
Included in the Mayor’s speech was the appointment of Lord Sebastian Coe as the Chair-Designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) for the Old Trafford Regeneration project.
Lord Coe previously led the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force – a multi-stakeholder group set up by the club with the objective of exploring options for developing a world-class football stadium and regenerating the surrounding area.
The new role will see Lord Coe play a key role in the next stage of the project as plans advance to deliver a new 100,000-seater stadium at Old Trafford as the centrepiece of a wider regeneration programme with city-region partners.
The MDC will have powers to support the wider project aims around planning, land assembly, investment in infrastructure with the ultimate aim to deliver transformational change for the area.
The MDC will have powers to support the wider project aims around planning, land assembly, investment in infrastructure with the ultimate aim to deliver transformational change for the area.
Reacting to the announcement, Omar Berrada, chief executive of Manchester United, said: “This is an exciting decade for the region, and we warmly welcome the inclusion of the Old Trafford Regeneration project at the heart of the Greater Manchester Strategy.
“We are also delighted by the appointment of Lord Coe as Chair-Designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation; the continuity it brings for the wider project will be a huge positive. In addition, Lord Coe’s proven leadership and track record in delivering transformational projects will be invaluable as we work together to turn our collective vision into reality.
“In March, we announced our ambition for a new stadium and since then we have been progressing those plans. Today’s announcement is a significant step forward in our shared vision for the revival of this area of the city that requires investment to thrive again.”
“We are also delighted by the appointment of Lord Coe as Chair-Designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation; the continuity it brings for the wider project will be a huge positive. In addition, Lord Coe’s proven leadership and track record in delivering transformational projects will be invaluable as we work together to turn our collective vision into reality.
“In March, we announced our ambition for a new stadium and since then we have been progressing those plans. Today’s announcement is a significant step forward in our shared vision for the revival of this area of the city that requires investment to thrive again.”
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In a statement at the event, Lord Coe, said: “I’m delighted that I’ve been asked to be the chair designate of the proposed Old Trafford Mayoral Development Corporation.
“Throughout my career, I’ve seen the difference that sports-led regeneration can make in fostering strong communities and acting as a catalyst for economic growth. That was certainly true of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics – and now, I believe, Greater Manchester’s moment has come.
“Working with Trafford Council and the Mayor, there’s huge potential to bring new homes and jobs to the area around the Manchester United stadium. And looking ahead, I see a chance to bring the FIFA Women’s World Cup to a new Old Trafford Stadium in 2035. The home nations are the sole bidder, which presents a rare opportunity to bid to host the global football family.”
“Throughout my career, I’ve seen the difference that sports-led regeneration can make in fostering strong communities and acting as a catalyst for economic growth. That was certainly true of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics – and now, I believe, Greater Manchester’s moment has come.
“Working with Trafford Council and the Mayor, there’s huge potential to bring new homes and jobs to the area around the Manchester United stadium. And looking ahead, I see a chance to bring the FIFA Women’s World Cup to a new Old Trafford Stadium in 2035. The home nations are the sole bidder, which presents a rare opportunity to bid to host the global football family.”
Lord Coe continued: “But this is about so much more than just a stadium. It’s about listening to and working with residents to create a vibrant, inclusive district, with high quality housing, green spaces, world class leisure and education facilities, and improved transport links.
“Twenty years on from securing the Olympic and Paralympic Games for this country, I’m ready to help deliver a vision of equal scale and ambition. I can’t wait to get started!”
“Twenty years on from securing the Olympic and Paralympic Games for this country, I’m ready to help deliver a vision of equal scale and ambition. I can’t wait to get started!”
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