Development
Stories, page 25
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Rush Common Applications: One Refusal, Zero Approvals for 2025-2026 Lambeth Council's General Purposes Committee has considered applications related to Rush Common, resulting in one refusal and no approvals for the 2025-2026 period. The...
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Falling school rolls a concern for Southwark, prompting review of future school building use Southwark Council's Education and Local Economy Scrutiny Commission has identified falling school rolls as a significant concern for the borough, with the trend continuing...
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Barnet Council approves Dollis Valley regeneration scheme Barnet Council's Cabinet has approved the full business case for the Dollis Valley regeneration scheme, paving the way for the acquisition of 208 affordable homes. The decision,...
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Finchley Leisure Centre business case revised Barnet Council's Cabinet has approved a revised business case for the Finchley Leisure Centre, paving the way for a modernised facility that incorporates significant community...
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New rules for Webb Estate conservation area Croydon Council has adopted new rules for the Webb Estate and Upper Woodcote Village conservation areas, aiming to preserve and enhance their unique architectural and historic...
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Croydon Council reduces Deputy Cabinet Members, introduces new SRA for Finance role Croydon Council has approved changes to its cabinet allowances, reducing the number of Deputy Cabinet Members from five to four and introducing a new Special Responsibility...
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London CIV Manages £38bn Actively for LGPS Funds London CIV, an investment pool for Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) funds in London and Buckinghamshire, manages approximately £60 billion in assets, with £38 billion...
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New Fenchurch Street improvements project to get underway The City of London is set to enhance Fenchurch Street with a significant improvements project, aiming to widen pavements, improve accessibility, and introduce more green spaces...
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Cool Streets and Greening Programme Secures Future Funding The City of London's Cool Streets and Greening programme has secured its future funding, ensuring that ongoing projects aimed at enhancing the Square Mile's resilience to...
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Lambeth Council to Generate Income from EV Charging Network with £2.6 Million Investment Lambeth Council is set to generate income from its network of electric vehicle (EV) charging points, with £2.6 million allocated for the development of new infrastructure. The...
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Smithfield Market Cooling System Failure Leads to Stock Loss and Tenant Concerns Smithfield Market faced significant operational disruptions and stock losses in June 2026, primarily due to a failure in its cooling system exacerbated by exceptionally high...
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Tower Hamlets Council Rejects Student Housing Plan Due to Community Impact Concerns Tower Hamlets Council's Strategic Development Committee has refused planning permission for a proposed purpose-built student accommodation development at 255-279 Cambridge Heath...
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New 54-storey tower approved for South Quay with 35% affordable homes Tower Hamlets Council's Strategic Development Committee has approved plans for a new 54-storey tower at the South Quay Building, 77 Marsh Wall, E14 9SH. The development, granted...
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Standon House to be redeveloped into 21-storey mixed-use building Tower Hamlets Council's Strategic Development Committee has granted planning permission for the redevelopment of Standon House at 21 Mansell Street, E1 8AN. The approved plans...
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Temporary Event Space Approved for Greenwich Peninsula Greenwich Council's Planning Board has approved plans for a temporary event space on the Greenwich Peninsula, set to host immersive entertainment and shows for up to 10 years.
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Greenwich Council Refuses 205 Homes at Sports Club Site Greenwich Council's Planning Board has refused permission for a development that would have seen 205 homes built on the site of the STC Ivor Grove Sports Club in Eltham.
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Islington Council Approves Axminster Road Flat Conversion Despite Resident Objections Islington Council's Planning Sub Committee A has approved plans for the conversion of a single dwelling into two flats at 93 Axminster Road, despite resident concerns about...
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21 Affordable Homes to be Built on Abbey Wood Garage Sites Greenwich Council's Planning Board has approved the construction of 21 affordable homes on former garage sites in Abbey Wood.
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Goswell Road Office Refurbishment Gets Green Light from Islington Planners Islington's Planning Sub Committee A has granted planning permission for the comprehensive refurbishment and extension of office buildings at 68-70 and 60 Goswell Road. The...
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Dollis Valley regeneration: Housing mix debate over GLA funding and homeowner expectations Barnet Council's Finance and Growth Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee has voiced significant concerns over the proposed housing mix in the latest phases of the Dollis Valley...