A new university campus in can have a substantial and long-term positive impact on local employment by creating jobs directly, supporting local businesses, improving workforce skills and attracting new investment into the borough.
The campus would function not only as an educational institution, but as a major economic anchor supporting employment growth across multiple sectors.
The development and operation of the campus would generate a wide range of direct employment opportunities.
Once operational, the campus would support long-term jobs including:
These roles create stable employment opportunities across a range of skill levels.
A university campus increases daily economic activity within the surrounding area.
Students, staff and visitors contribute spending to:
This increased footfall can strengthen town centres and support business sustainability.
This creates stronger links between education and the local economy.