Blackpool seeks views on £65m multiversity campus project

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 06:44 · Archive

People in Blackpool are being asked for their views on a £65m college campus planned for the town centre.

Blackpool and The Fylde College is consulting the public on a £65m multiversity campus being built in Blackpool town centre. The campus, near Blackpool North railway station, is expected to open in September 2028 and will accommodate about 3,000 students, apprentices and staff.

The college said the development aims to make higher education more accessible and help people gain skills and qualifications. A survey has been launched to gather views from residents and businesses on the project, taking about 10 to 15 minutes to complete.

Construction firm Morgan Sindall has opened a training facility called the Knowledge Quad at the building site. Blackpool councillor Mark Smith said the facility would allow young people to 'learn construction skills and gain qualifications on a live site' and help them start careers in construction.

How it is being reported

• Views sought on town's £65m multiversity plansThe Blackpool multiversity campus will accommodate about 3,000 students, apprentices and staff.BBC Lancashire · 29 Oct, 06:10
• Tell us what you think about £65million Multiversity project, says Blackpool and the Fylde College“The survey is an important step to help understand what people think about the project.”Blackpool Gazette · 28 Oct, 19:32

In this story: Blackpool and The Fylde College · Morgan Sindall · Mark Smith · Blackpool

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