New Liverpool-Manchester railway project to create 40,000 jobs

express.co.uk

A new railway project connecting Liverpool and Manchester aims to boost the UK economy by £7 billion and create over 40,000 jobs by 2050. The initiative will support housing and industries like life sciences and AI. The Liverpool-Manchester railway will link key locations, including the Port of Liverpool and Manchester Airport. Local mayors emphasize collaboration to enhance economic growth in the North West, similar to the Oxford-Cambridge corridors. The project includes a tech hub in Liverpool expected to generate 1,000 AI jobs and a £2.5 billion regeneration at Central Station. The initiative aims to provide faster, reliable, and greener transport options.


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