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Exploring the Best Co-Working Spaces Manchester Has to Offer

The concept of coworking spaces has revolutionised the way we think about work and office environments. Once an obscure idea, coworking spaces have now become a thriving industry, providing flexible work environments for freelancers, remote workers, entrepreneurs, and businesses of all sizes. One city that has embraced this trend with open arms is Manchester.

As one of the UK’s most vibrant and dynamic cities, Manchester has always been a hub for innovation and creativity. It’s no surprise, then, that coworking spaces have flourished here, providing a fertile ground for collaboration, networking, and business growth. These shared spaces offer much more than just a desk and an internet connection. They provide a community of like-minded professionals, access to state-of-the-art amenities, and a stimulating environment that fosters productivity and creativity.

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UK Regional Office Market Report 2022

How is the UK’s Regional Office Market Performing in 2022? 

After two years of uncertainty and upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the UK regional office market has regained footing in the new, changed working world. Each regional locale is experiencing different conditions, with some faring better than others, making it essential to be aware of key regional variations.

In this article, we assess the overall performance of the regional office market in recent times, whilst also looking into the factors that have defined this market throughout 2022. We’ve generated our insights from the latest data out of market leading sources, such as CBRE, Savills, Avison Young, and Cushman Wakefield.

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Rising Demand in the UK Flexible Office Space Market

empty chair in front of a desk with a half-opened laptop on itThe events of 2020 caused substantial disruption to the commercial real estate sector. The office space market in particular was heavily impacted by lockdowns and other pandemic-related restrictions, still struggling to get back to pre-pandemic occupancy levels more than two years on.

Prior to the pandemic, non-traditional working models had already gained some prominence. Having now emerged on the other side into a ‘new world of work’, the adoption of flexible workspaces has accelerated interest in both hybrid and remote working models. An ever-increasing number of businesses are now finding themselves entering the flexible workspace market, increasing uptake in tandem with society-wide changes towards remote working, heightened mobility, and the overhauling of workspace design.

Although demand and activity levels for traditional offices are still lagging behind pre-pandemic expectations, opportunities for growth are emerging in other parts of the office space industry. In this article, we discuss the increasing demand for flexible office solutions seen across the UK, and the impact of this trend on wider CRE and labour markets.

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The UK’s Stand Out Cities: Manchester

Castlefield Manchester UKManchester has been an economic powerhouse since the early 19th century. Over the decades, the city has proved that it is open for business and that it can successfully rise to the challenges presented by increased global competition. As a result, this British city is considered one of the best European cities for business and startups in a wide variety of industries.

An overview of the local economy

Manchester is at the forefront of the UK’s economy and is considered a model for business growth and economic prosperity at international level. The city has one of the highest growth rates of the Core Cities group, and is also considered a Beta global city along with powerful economic hubs like Stuttgart, Berlin, Vancouver, and Guangzhou. Manchester has capitalised on its relationship with prosperous global markets like China, the Asia-Pacific region, North America, and Australia.

Nearly half of the Northwest of England’s Top 500 companies are based in Manchester, along with a number of FTSE 100 companies. Overall, the Mancunian economy generates 5 per cent of the UK’s GVA, having a total gross value added total of £54 billion.

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Manchester Airport for Business Travellers

Read through our business travel guide to one of the busiest airports in Europe to make the most of your next stay at Manchester airport.

Business Travel Stats

Manchester airport is a record breaker in terms of its size, number of passengers, and the list of destinations that it flies to. The Civil Aviation Authority ranked Manchester as the UK’s third busiest airport, coming closely behind Heathrow and Gatwick.

In June 2014, Manchester airport handled more than 16,000 aircraft movements and served over 2 million passengers. Every year, nearly 20 million passengers fly in and out of Manchester to more than 225 destinations worldwide. The airport is an important hub for business travellers, as it serves some of the world’s premier business destinations, including Dubai, Paris, Frankfurt, New York, Zurich, Toronto, and Geneva.

In 2010, £100 million were invested into modernising the airport business infrastructure. The project included the construction of a state-of-the-art business lounge, the development of customer service programmes, and the purchase of body scanners to speed up the security screening process. Within the next 15 years, the Airport City project will add 5 million square feet of accommodation space exclusively devoted to business travellers. A Master Plan has been drafted as part of the airport’s continuous expansion plans. It is expected that by 2030, the airport will serve 50 million passengers per year.

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Business Services and Incentives

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The Changing Face of Britain’s Cities: Manchester

Manchester Millennium BridgeWith a total population of over 2.5 million people, the Greater Manchester Area is the second largest urban municipality in the United Kingdom. At the heart of this metropolis is the city of Manchester, a vibrant urban centre that has been crucial to the development of the UK economy since the late 18th century. Like many other large cities throughout the country, Manchester is experiencing a series of social and economic changes that are transforming its face. In this article we take a detailed look at the changing face of this great British city.

Demographics in Manchester

Due to its history as an industrial centre, the city of Manchester traditionally attracted migrants from other parts of the UK, most notably from the north of the country and from Wales. This resulted in a very rapid increase in population numbers, which was particularly notorious between 1900 and 1930.

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