Angela Rayner's intervention marked a significant shift in policy, overturning local council objections for the data centre project in Iver, highlighting job creation and economic investment.
The housing and planning minister emphasized that while the data centre conflicts with green belt policy, the necessity for new tech infrastructure outweighed these concerns.
Affinius Capital's proposed data centre is positioned to create 200 construction jobs and 90 operational roles, showcasing the economic benefits tied to the development.
Designated as 'critical national infrastructure', data centres in the UK now carry the same prestige and protection levels as essential services like water and energy.
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