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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Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to be drawn on tax plans ahead of the autumn budget but insists her “key focus” is to “boost productivity and growth”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the latest ONS GDP figures which show the UK economy grew by 0.3% between April and June, describing them as “encouraging numbers”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves arrives at Stormont for talks with Northern Ireland Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly and Finance Minister John O'Dowd.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves shares positive news from the labour market data released today, noting 384,000 more jobs since she took office despite a slight unemployment increase. She acknowledges more work is needed to get everyone who can work back into employment.
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On a visit to Belfast, Chancellor Rachel Reeves emphasised significant investment in Northern Ireland as part of the government’s commitment to balanced economic growth across the UK.
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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:..
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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