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Turley helps Pinewood Studios’ Screen Hub UK secure planning application approval

Turley provided expert Planning, Economics, Sustainability, Heritage, Strategic Communications and EIA services to support the approval for the expansion of the world-renowned Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire Council's Strategic Sites Planning Committee has resolved to grant planning permission for the proposed development for new studio space which includes sound stages, a skills and training hub, a business growth hub and a major film inspired visitor attraction.  In addition, there are plans to extensively enhance the ecology and biodiversity of the area around the development and bring further considerable benefits to the community of Buckinghamshire.

This decision will allow the progression of Pinewood Group’s £500 million investment to create a global screen growth hub - Screen Hub UK. The development will expand the existing world-class facility, increasing capacity for film production in the UK as well as offering an international visitor attraction.  It is expected that the development project will result in a £355 million boost to the UK economy and create over 3,500 jobs if given final approval.

In response to the Committee decision, Paul Golding, Chairman of Pinewood Group said:

“We are delighted by this outcome. The decision allows us to continue our ongoing investment in the Studios and support for the UK film and television industries.  Importantly, we now have the opportunity of creating a world-class training centre and film inspired visitor attraction, bringing considerable benefits to the community of Buckinghamshire and the UK economy.” 

Director, Sara Dutfield commented:

“A number of our services collaborated on this application which demonstrates the major economic and growth benefits Screen Hub UK will deliver. It is a privilege to be involved in the continuing expansion of Pinewood Group’s world class film and television facilities. We look forward to seeing the development progress.”

20 January 2022

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