Sky To Expand Its Livingston Campus 

Sky has confirmed plans for a major investment to grow its Scottish base in Livingston, with a full planning application now lodged.

The project signals Sky's long-term commitment to West Lothian, with the development set to support thousands of jobs and stimulate regional economic growth.

Under the proposals, the site would be enlarged by an additional 15 acres, taking it to over 21,000m2 in size, and accommodate around 3,000 employees. A new ultra-low-energy, three-storey building powered by renewable energy, including onsite solar panels, is planned. The scheme would replace four existing buildings at Kirkton Campus and leased space on the Alba Campus, creating a modern, flexible workplace.

Planned amenities include contemporary event spaces, a meeting centre, café and restaurant, plus activity-based workspaces. The current gym will be upgraded with state-of-the-art features, alongside extensive new landscaping.

Dana Strong, Sky Group CEO, said: "Livingston has been home to Sky’s leading customer service operation for more than three decades, and this investment demonstrates our long-term commitment to the region and confidence in Scotland’s pivotal role in the UK economy. The campus development will support thousands of jobs and create opportunities for local businesses. Designed with sustainability in mind, it will set a benchmark for innovation and regional growth."

The development promises community benefits including landscaped green spaces and enhanced active travel links. Sky says it will prioritise local supply chains wherever possible, creating opportunities for SMEs and local firms during construction and ongoing operations.

This significant investment in Scotland is part of Sky's wider UK investment programme and follows, by four months, planning approval for the expansion of Sky Studios Elstree in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. That scheme will add a further 10 stages, is expected to create over 2,000 jobs, and aims to attract £2bn of production investment to the UK within its first five years of operation.