Milton Keynes MPs Ben Everitt and Iain Stewart met with Santander UK CEO Nathan Bostock to see the latest progress on the business’ new headquarters in MK.
Santander is currently building a new £150m state-of-the-art campus near the train station in Central Milton Keynes which will become their new UK headquarters.
Milton Keynes MPs Ben Everitt and Iain Stewart were joined by CEO Nathan Bostock on the construction site to see how work was coming along and discuss Santander’s role within the Milton Keynes community.
Ben Everitt, the MP for Milton Keynes North, said: “It was absolutely fantastic to see the progress on the new Santander building – the views from the top were simply stunning.
“I was delighted to hear how Santander are keen to make sure the building will also be for public use, with street food options on the ground floor, and their continued support of the MK:U project.
“With a business like Santander choosing to call Milton Keynes its UK home, it really showcases how our city can be the present and the future for UK businesses and innovation.”
Iain Stewart, the MP for Milton Keynes South, commented:
"It was an amazing experience to walk around the new UK Headquarters of Santander and see the progress of the construction, as well as learning what each area of the building is going to become. I have said it before but I truly believe this is one of the many signs of confidence in Milton Keynes being an excellent location for businesses to locate to and for people to work in.
"The highlight of the tour was going to the top level and looking over the skyline, a view I am jealous of Santander's employees having."
Nathan Bostock, CEO of Santander UK, said: "I was delighted to be able to share our latest plans for Santander’s new headquarters in Milton Keynes. The campus will provide state of the art facilities enabling collaborative working not just for Santander colleagues, but also for local businesses and local community groups through the dedicated community space."
The new Santander HQ is scheduled to open its doors in 2023 and will offer staff the opportunity for flexible working which has become commonplace during the pandemic.
