09 March 2021
Freeports: the bids are in
David Mundy Partner & Parliamentary Agent
Innovative hubs which boost global trade, attract inward investment and increase prosperity in the surrounding area by generating employment opportunities, Freeports are high on the UK Government’s agenda for a post COVID-19 and post Brexit regeneration drive. The aim is to create up to 10 Freeports across the UK, with seven in the offing for England alone.
David Mundy, Partner in our infrastructure planning team, discusses the main criteria, candidates and challenges associated with the selection process for operators of the 10 new UK Freeports.
The full article is available, here.
