National planning consultants Lichfields signs on to Northern Powerhouse Partnership

Lichfields, the planning and development consultancy, has joined the Northern Powerhouse Partnership Programme.

Lichfields, headquartered in London, has recently led on some Northern developments.

The company’s Leeds office delivered consents for the Sirius Minerals $2.9bn potash mine under the North Yorkshire moors.

The transformation of St Peter’s Square and Manchester Library and Town Hall were also led by Lichfields’ Manchester office, and its Newcastle base is leading on the 83 hectare Integra 61 business and distribution park, near Durham.

Jake Berry, Northern Powerhouse Minister, said: “With offices in Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds, Lichfields continues to make a major contribution to the Northern Powerhouse economy.

“We’re delighted to welcome Lichfields to our rapidly growing Northern Powerhouse Programme and are looking forward to shining a light on the collaborative and innovative work they do with partners across our region in the development industry.”

Stephen Morgan-Hyland, Lichfields Manchester-based planning director, commented: “Lichfields is supporting the Northern Powerhouse by working collaboratively, sharing skills and delivering insight to help our clients provide the houses and commercial floorspace necessary to drive up living standards and boost economic performance across the Northern Powerhouse.

“We are committed to sharing our knowledge, and as a leading voice in the development industry we will continue to work closely with government and leading businesses and property organisations, sharing our knowledge and helping to shape planning policy for the future.

“We will bring commitment, intelligence and energy to the Northern Powerhouse Partnership Programme.”

Lichfields employs over 200 staff in its eight UK offices with over 60 of these being based in the Northern Powerhouse cities of Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds.

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