Partnership and Governance

The concept of HIB has been explored over the past five years by a range of partners, including Bolton Council, Bradford Estates, Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, the University of Greater Manchester and others. As a partnership, the project has evolved through active collaboration into the visionary concept it is today, through a variety of project subgroups and leadership meetings. Building on from this strong partnership foundation, we encourage others to get involved to help shape and deliver the HIB vision.

Bolton Council

A major landowner and lead public partner for HIB. Bolton Council oversees strategic direction, planning, and delivery, bringing essential leadership and investment to drive the project forward.

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Peel Land

One of the largest landowners and the lead private development partner. Peel initiated the original HIB submission and plays a central role in masterplanning, evidence building, and shaping long-term delivery.

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Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

A core partner within the development footprint. The Trust influences health-led design, workforce housing needs, estate improvements and the integration of community care into the masterplan.

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GMCA

GMCA provides strategic regional leadership, funding support and a dedicated project manager. Its involvement strengthens HIB’s position within the wider NorthFold and Greater Manchester growth agenda.

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University of Greater Manchester Group (including Bolton College)

A key partner shaping skills, education and health innovation. The Institute of Medicine plays a major role in research, training and investment attraction across the site.

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Bradford Estates

A neighbouring landowner contributing around 8 hectares to the wider area. Bradford Estates supports the HIB vision and is working to embed healthy placemaking and strong connectivity into its development plans.

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