HMRC regional hub takes another step forward

Sladen Estates and Peveril Securities have held a topping out ceremony to celebrate the progress of one of Nottingham’s largest developments.

Unity Square – the new HMRC regional centre opposite Nottingham railway station – has now reached its highest point.

The building is expected to house 4,000 HMRC employees when it opens in late 2021.

The ten-storey government hub was forward funded by LGIM Real Assets (Legal & General).

Rachel Wood, managing director of Sladen Estates, said: “Work at Unity Square is progressing well and we’re due to complete on schedule. As the cornerstone of the redevelopment work taking shape across the city’s Southside, Unity Square will truly put Nottingham on the map once complete.”

Nicole Newbury, HMRC director and senior sponsor for the Nottingham Regional Centre, said: “We can’t wait to move into our new regional centre. The new building is so much more than just bricks and mortar, it represents an exciting opportunity for us to utilise new technology and develop collaborative, new ways of working.

“HMRC colleagues are watching with interest as the build progresses, so it was great to attend the topping out ceremony to see the construction process first-hand – as well as being able to catch a glimpse of the incredible views across the city from the tenth floor.”

Derek Gilby, senior fund manager at LGIM Real Assets, added: “Unity Square is one of ten regional hubs Legal & General has invested in to support the government’s efforts to modernise the civil service and save taxpayers’ money. Its investment in the programme crossed the £1.5bn mark last year.

“This scheme in Nottingham is particularly ground breaking not only because of its size and central location, but for its potential to transform the city centre, driving regional economic growth and supporting job creation.”