Major West Midlands jobs boost: New manufacturing site could bring hundreds of jobs to Birmingham

Published 29th Apr 2025, 08:40 BST

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Plans for a major manufacturing site in Minworth have advanced, promising hundreds of new jobs as the Peddimore site gains outline planning permission.

A major development could bring hundreds of new jobs to the West Midlands.

Plans for a large manufacturing site in Minworth have taken an important step forward, with insulation firm Rockwool aiming to expand its UK operations.

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The company has secured land at the Peddimore site, which already has outline planning permission.

A more detailed application is expected in the coming months, as Birmingham looks towards economic recovery and job growth.

Our reporter Richard Gullick has the story. Watch the video for more.

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