The park would contain shops, medical facilities and a cr�che

Plans have been unveiled for a �100m business park on a plot in Longbridge, Birmingham, which is no longer wanted by the company.

Regional development agency Advantage West Midlands (AWM) said the project would consist of about 30 buildings for high-technology firms.

There are also plans for a pub, shops, medical facilities and a cr�che.

AWM, and the property developers St Modwen Properties, also hope to create a riverside walkway by opening up the River Rea which flows through the site, but is currently covered.

Technology 'corridor'

The land is bounded by Bristol Road South and Longbridge Lane and includes MG Rover's disused North Works, the adjoining car park and part of the South Works.

John Edwards, chief executive of AWM, said: "This is a highly significant project, not only for Birmingham, but for the whole of the West Midlands.

"The site sits within the Central Technology Belt - a high technology corridor which stretches from Birmingham into Worcestershire - which aims to capitalise on innovation and expertise from nearby universities and centres of research.

"The business park at Longbridge will be home to companies who benefit from the work of these institutions, which in turn will bring new high-value jobs to the area and generate a more prosperous economy."

AWM said a planning application would shortly be submitted to Birmingham City Council.