Ulster University: Derry student expansion ‘needs £700m’

Established in March by Stormont’s Economy Minister Conor Murphy, the taskforce’s remit is to develop and oversee an action plan to expand the campus in Derry, formerly known as Magee.

The taskforce said the required £700m is needed for new teaching blocks, research space and student accommodation.

Its chair, Stephen Kelly, said Wednesday’s report marks “an important milestone” and gives the expansion a “pathway for delivery”.

The economy minister said the report provides the “basis of a plan, developed by and with local people, to actually deliver expansion”.

“The taskforce has set out exactly what is needed from various partners, including my department,” Mr Murphy said.

“We will now work together to finalise a delivery plan and drive progress towards the 10,000 target.”