Manchester Metropolitan University open new state-of-the-art building

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Manchester Metropolitan has officially opened their new state-of-the-art Science and Engineering building. Named after John Dalton, a pioneering scientist whose work laid the foundations for modern chemistry, the Dalton building has been named the 'most ambitious development project' in the University’s history.

The John Dalton building will provide a home for 8,300 Science and Engineering students, as well as becoming a hub to 'tackle the grand challenges of our time'. READ MORE: 'Just f*** off, get f****d': Holidaymaker handcuffed to seat on TUI flight amid 'obscene' outburst after sinking six double vodkas at the airport The facility used sustainable building practices, including crushing aggregate from the demolished John Dalton West building to be used in the construction of the new building.

In his speech at the official opening, University Chancellor Lord Mandelson discussed the impact the new facility will have on current and future generations.

He said: "Together, we will continue to secure award-winning grants, pioneer groundbreaking research, and make the world a better place—one discovery, one innovation, one collaboration at a time. "Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this incredible achievement.