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A new buyer, LJ & R Footwear Ltd, has been found for a council-backed industrial unit in Darwen after the University of Sheffield withdrew from plans to establish an advanced manufacturing hub due to financial pressures.

UK · 2026-09-16

Key takeaway

LJ & R Footwear Ltd acquires a council-backed industrial unit in Darwen, filling a vacancy left by the University of Sheffield.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerLJ & R Footwear Ltd acquires the Darwen industrial unit, enabling operational expansion
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onthe sale improves Barnfield Blackburn Ltd's development viability and reduces Blackburn with Darwen Council's financial exposure
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youlocal SMEs in supply, logistics, and services gain new demand as LJ & R Footwear ramps up activity at the site

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Source: Business Live

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