The director general of the BBC says he hopes Greater Manchester will become “one of the most significant creative clusters in the UK.”
Mark Thompson spoke to north west business leaders, as he launched a report outlining how the organisation benefits the economy.
He addressed the Confederation of British Industry North West's annual dinner, at Lancashire County Cricket Club, and told how the BBC's arrival at MediaCityUK has helped attract media companies of all sizes to the area.
Mr Thompson added: “Were determined to spend the licence fee more fairly across the UK," and referred to the Salford move as “one of the most exciting things happening in broadcasting in the world.”
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