Nbcuversal and the British government have revealed plans for a universal theme park and a universal complex of several billion pounds in Bedford, England, which should be the largest attraction of visitors to the United Kingdom and the most important and most advanced theme parks in Europe. Taking place in 2031, it will create nearly 20,000 jobs during the construction period, with 8,000 new jobs across the hotel industry and the creative industries when it opened, according to a joint announcement.
Universal said that it expects the new attraction, the construction that should start next year, generate nearly 50 billion pounds sterling (64 billion dollars) for the economy by 2055, with 8.5 million visitors expected during its first year, which would make it the largest attraction of visitors to the United Kingdom, development will be the first park of university brand theme and the entertainment complex and the entertainment complex London in northern London.
“We could not be happier to take this very important step in our plan to create and provide a theme park and an incredible universal complex in the heart of the United Kingdom, which completes our growing American parks company by widening our global footprint to Europe,” said Comcast president Mike Cavanagh, promising to “create and deliver a new detailed destination Comcast ”.
The proposed plans of the Unit Universal Destinations & Experiences of Comcast include a theme park with several themed lands starring an immersive narration, “exciting walks, innovative attractions and exciting entertainment, all using sophisticated and advanced technology”. The station’s initial plans also include a hotel with 500 rooms and a retail, catering and entertainment complex.
Nbcuniversal, which has the right to Harry Potter The park’s attractions can turn to the wearing of its wizarding world to the country that has made the franchise a bestseller Smash. (Right now, Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London is offering a theme on the theme of films Potter experience.)
“Wearing a world-class theme park and the use of the United Kingdom is a great opportunity and is part of our strategy aimed at presenting the universal brand and experiences to new audiences around the world,” said Mark Woodbury, president and chief executive officer of the Universal Unity of Nbcuniversal destinations and experiences.
The development of the theme park was agreed between Universal, the national government of the Labor Party and the Local Council, namely the Bedford district council, in a decision which “represents a major vote of trust in the British economy and the future of partnerships between the United Kingdom and the United States,” said the parties. “Supporting the government’s plan for change to create economic growth and opportunities by bringing people into well -paid and decent jobs into the creative, technological, tourist and hotel sectors, Universal is committed to working with local colleges and universities to train the next generation of its host workforce, including through a fan of learning and internship.”
With around 80% of employees in the theme park that should come from local areas, the government of Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the theme park will “trigger the potential of the Oxford-Cambridge corridor thanks to growth, revitalization of infrastructure and other employment opportunities”.
The British Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy: ” Wicked has MinionUniversal is at the origin of some of the biggest blockbusters in recent years. This historical investment is a fantastic news for our economy, for British tourism and for the British public, which will be able to take advantage of the largest and best theme park in Europe at their door. »»
Evaluating the creation of new jobs in sectors such as AI, tourism and construction, Starmer said: “Today, we have concluded the agreement on an investment of several billion pounds which will see Bedford shelter one of the largest entertainment parks in Europe, firmly putting the county on the world stage.” He added: “It is not only a question of figures; it is a question of obtaining real opportunities for the people of our country. Together, we build a better future for the United Kingdom, that people work and guarantee that our economy remains strong and competitive.”
Adding Rachel Reeves, the British Chancellor of the Echiquier, the equivalent of the secretary of the Treasury or the Minister of Finance in other countries: “At a time of world change, this investment is a vote of confidence in Britain as a place to do business. Universal’s investment will bring billions to the economy and create thousands of jobs in the United Kingdom, putting more money in people’s pobts. ”
The proposals of the universal theme park in the United Kingdom remain subject to a planning decision of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Authorities.
