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Channel 4 is set to establish a significant new office in Manchester's city centre within the £400m landmark development spearheaded by Gary Neville’s company. The broadcaster has committed to occupying 12,293 sq ft of space at No. 1 St Michael’s, a £150m component of the project.

Led by Neville’s Relentless Developments, the project also encompasses a second phase valued at £250m, which will feature a 41-storey tower.

This tower will house a 162-bedroom, five-star W Hotel, along with 217 residences and an additional 75,000 sq ft of office space. Channel 4 is poised to take over one half of the eighth floor at No.1 St Michael’s, while Pinsent Masons will settle into the other half after securing a deal for 1.5 floors before the development's launch in July 2023,

Gary Neville said: "We’re really pleased to sign Channel 4 to the last remaining office suite at No.1."

He added, "The broadcaster has a strong reputation for bold and creative content and it justifiably joins the portfolio of highly-renowned brands here at St Michael’s."

"Concluding the office lettings has seen us break the city’s rental record no less than three times which is a huge achievement.

"We’re now focused on final negotiations for the remaining F&B unit which will see us reach fully let status."

Alex Mahon, chief executive at Channel 4, commented on the move as well: "This is a really special moment for Channel 4 as we continue our significant momentum to grow our presence across the º£½ÇÊÓƵ."