Remit

Laganside Corporation was established by the Government in 1989.

Its remit was to tackle the social and economic regeneration of an initial 140 hectare area of inner city land, straddling both banks of the River Lagan. This boundary has since been extended to 200 hectares to include the historic Cathedral Quarter, one of the oldest parts of Belfast, which lies close to the city centre.

Using public investment as a catalyst to secure private development capital, Laganside’s aim was to open the door for new investment, new jobs, new homes and a wide range of recreational and social opportunities.

Today, as a result, Belfast has rediscovered its waterfront and the riverside has become a focus for business, leisure and cultural activity. The River Lagan is now viewed as a major asset, an exciting place to work, live and play.

Laganside has secured:

• Over £900 million of investment in the area
• Over 14,200 jobs
• Over 213,000m2 of office space
• Over 83,000m2 competed retail/leisure space
• Over 700 completed housing units