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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Manchester Digital Campus

19 March 2026 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Anna Turley Lab Redcar

Business & TradeScience & Technology

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Manchester Digital Campus programme has been formally approved.
  • The programme aims to consolidate departments with a digital focus in central Manchester.
  • The government plans to continue working with local partners to ensure value for money.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the progress of the Manchester Digital Campus programme, which aims to consolidate departments with digital focus in central Manchester.

Action requested

The programme has been formally approved and is expected to open in 2032. The government will continue to work closely with local partners to ensure value for money and strategic advantage.

Key facts

  • The Manchester Digital Campus programme supports the Places for Growth policy.
  • Expected opening of the campus: 2032.
  • Consolidating departments out of London is intended to drive long-term estate efficiencies.
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