New figures point to 20,000 peak construction roles, 8,000 permanent jobs and billions in investment — with most staff expected to come from Bedfordshire and nearby areas.
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There’s still no official word, but today’s scene looked a lot like a ground-breaking — even if nothing was actually dug while we watched.
3 June 2026
A proposed 490-space car park at the new East West Rail station has prompted warnings it could take overflow from Universal Studios UK, though East West Rail says the station isn’t intended as a park-and-ride.
29 May 2026
Locals say infrastructure has lagged behind around 3,000 homes, with no GP surgery yet, and want the impact of Universal Studios UK and the new station properly factored in.
26 May 2026
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A hotel near Baldock has submitted plans to nearly double its capacity, anticipating increased visitors from the upcoming Universal Studios UK park.
28 April 2026
Suction excavation clears soil around utilities on Broadmead Road as a new compound takes shape near the transport hub at Universal Studios UK.
1 May 2026
The legendary theme park designer behind Nemesis will share insights into his career this September.
19 May 2026
Work is rapidly progressing on a potential new entrance at Universal Studios UK, aimed at managing traffic flow into the CoreZone.
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