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Turf Cutting Ceremony

To mark the start of construction of the new Business Centre, the former Chairman of Derwentside District Council, Councillor Olga Milburn, performed the turf cutting ceremony on site together with representatives from the appointed constructors, ROK, architects and lead designers of the centre Browne Smith Baker.

Councillor Olga Milburn, former Chairman of Derwentside District Council said, "Tanfield Lea Business Centre is an extraordinary development which will build upon the existing portfolio of modern office space in the District.   We will see the creation of up to 200 new jobs which will be a huge boost to the economy of Derwentside and represents a solution in satisfying the ever growing demand for modern business floor-space"

It is envisaged that this major development will have a significant impact on the economy of Derwentside and ensure that public sector developments continue to lead the way in encouraging economic growth and sustainability in semi-rural locations. 

ROK Area Leader Neil Jukes said "This is a flagship scheme for ROK and we believe that this is a key project to continue the growth and redevelopment of the area. We will be employing local people to successfully deliver this project over the next year. "