Ministers approve skyscraper plans near Tower of London

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Sept, 10:33 · Archive

The government has approved plans to build skyscrapers near the Tower of London.

The government has approved plans by the City of London corporation to build skyscrapers in the area surrounding the Tower of London. Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said he will withdraw his objections, ruling the proposals will adequately protect the site's Unesco status. Conservationists had argued the new buildings would impact views of the Tower.

How it is being reported

• City of London wins approval to build skyscrapers near Tower of LondonEvening Standard · 25 Sept, 10:12
• Ministers back City skyscraper plans after Tower of London rowCity AM · 24 Sept, 13:56

In this story: Matthew Pennycook · City of London corporation · Tower of London

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