Immingham likely to bid for "freeport status".

The bidding process opens this week.

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Author: Andy MarshPublished 16th Nov 2020

It's thought Immingham will be one of the places trying to gain 'Freeport Status' now the bidding process has opened.

It's understood there'll be 7 areas given the special status, possibly starting as early as next year

If successful there'll be a reduction of 'red tape' for businesses and it's thought many jobs could be created as a result

The MP for Cleethorpes Martin Vickers has previously spoken on the issue saying it would be a huge boost for the area