'Just stop': Newham mayor's warning to Michael Gove over MSG Sphere intervention
London mayor Sadiq Khan rejected the proposal for a giant entertainment venue in Stratford due to concerns over light and noise for residents in the area.
Newham's mayor, Rokhsana Fiaz, is urging Michael Gove to refuse permission for the venue, citing negative health impacts and transport pressures for residents.
Politicians' intervention in the planning process has been criticized by Sphere Entertainment, despite describing Michael Gove's move as commendable. [ more ]
London was apparently too woke for the billboard-covered orb. Why not try the Tory heartlands instead? | Coco Khan
Residents and councillors successfully campaigned against the proposed Sphere in Stratford, east London due to concerns about light pollution and disruption to local people and wildlife.
MSG Entertainment, the developer of the Sphere, did little to alleviate residents' concerns and even offered blackout blinds as a solution.
People from across the political spectrum voiced their concern and Michael Gove issued a holding directive earlier this year to slow down the project's progress. [ more ]
Sadiq Khan Has Rejected The Plans To Build A Vegas-Style Sphere In London
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected plans for a new entertainment venue in Stratford due to concerns over light pollution, electricity usage, and impact on heritage sites.
The proposed venue, called MSG Sphere, would have been almost 300ft tall and 360ft wide, with LED screens on its exterior.
The final decision will be made by Communities Secretary Michael Gove, despite Khan's rejection. [ more ]
London was apparently too woke for the billboard-covered orb. Why not try the Tory heartlands instead? | Coco Khan
Residents and councillors successfully campaigned against the proposed Sphere in Stratford, east London due to concerns about light pollution and disruption to local people and wildlife.
MSG Entertainment, the developer of the Sphere, did little to alleviate residents' concerns and even offered blackout blinds as a solution.
People from across the political spectrum voiced their concern and Michael Gove issued a holding directive earlier this year to slow down the project's progress. [ more ]
Sadiq Khan Has Rejected The Plans To Build A Vegas-Style Sphere In London
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected plans for a new entertainment venue in Stratford due to concerns over light pollution, electricity usage, and impact on heritage sites.
The proposed venue, called MSG Sphere, would have been almost 300ft tall and 360ft wide, with LED screens on its exterior.
The final decision will be made by Communities Secretary Michael Gove, despite Khan's rejection. [ more ]