Spreading the benefits

摘要

Over the coming years, a number of major developments will bring much-needed new homes to Hambletoa But these once-in-a-generation schemes are also being used to bring a range of other benefits, from transport improvements to local jobs. A prime example is the masterplan for North Northallerton, which is delivering 900 homes, employment space, a neighbourhood shopping centre, primary school and community facilities. On the outskirts of Thirsk, the Sowerby Gateway project will also see around 900 homes built together with a range of amenities. A new road junction has already been completed and a primary school opened last September. Both are accompanied by sports villages and will also see a construction skills village set up to give local people the chance to learn a range of building skills on live projects.