Muse has been selected to help deliver a £1 billion regeneration programme across Wirral.
The company will become the council's 50/50 joint venture (JV) partner to create Wirral Growth Company (WGC). The council's cabinet will be asked to approve a recommendation to appoint Muse as its partner on 28 February.
The council's cabinet will be asked to approve a recommendation to appoint Muse as its JV partner on 28 February.
Once established, WGC will start consulting with local residents and businesses on how drive regeneration of various sites across the borough. Plans include developing new homes, commercial, retail and leisure developments at sites including Bebington, Birkenhead, Bromborough, Moreton and Seacombe.
In addition, the local authority is keen to see regeneration take place in New Ferry following the gas explosion nearly 12 months ago.
Council Leader Phil Davies said: "Three years ago, this administration set our 2020 Pledges and I am delighted to recommend Wirral Growth Company to play a key role in delivering these goals.
"We said we would create thousands of new jobs, attract 100s of millions in new investment, and provide good quality housing and protect and improve Wirral's attractive local environment. Through Wirral Growth Company we will deliver as promised on our pledges – I am incredibly excited about this opportunity and the future for Wirral."
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