Asked whether he personally supported the project, Zerny said it “would be great news”.
“Not just the park itself – new infrastructure, jobs in construction and on the site once it’s completed, and potentially increased income for local business,” he said.
He added that the council stood to gain financially as well.
But Zerny acknowledged there were major infrastructure needs for the area.
“Junction 13 does need to be sorted out, and we also believe the roundabouts should be removed from the A1 to improve the flow of traffic. We will be pushing the government for solutions,” he continued.
“We want a lot for this area, and we’re going to demand a lot. Don’t ask, don’t get.”
Universal has said on its website, external that the project would include “the facilitation of significant infrastructure improvements, including major road and rail upgrades”.
