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www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

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 ]
London On The Inside
5 months ago
London

The MSG Sphere London Plans Have Been Rejected by Sadiq Khan

Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected the proposal to build a version of the Las Vegas MSG Sphere in Stratford, London.
The rejection was due to concerns about light pollution, electricity usage, lack of green credentials, and impact on heritage sites.
The final ruling on the plans will be made by Communities Secretary Michael Gove. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Company hits out as Mayor of London rejects plan for Vegas-style giant sphere

London Mayor rejects proposal to build MSG Sphere in Stratford
Residents opposed the plans due to concerns about light pollution and disruption [ more ]
Secret London
5 months ago
London

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 ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Company hits out as Mayor of London rejects plan for Vegas-Style giant sphere

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected proposals to build a Las Vegas style MSG Sphere in Stratford.
Mayor Khan cited concerns around light pollution, electricity bill, and a lack of green credentials for his decision.
The final decision now rests with the Communities Secretary Michael Gove for a final ruling. [ more ]
www.newhamrecorder.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Controversial MSG Sphere blocked by London mayor

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has refused permission for the construction of the MSG Sphere, a proposed events arena in Stratford.
Opponents of the project, including Newham Council and residents, have been widely opposed to the plans. [ more ]
moreStratford
www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Controversial MSG Sphere events venue blocked by London mayor

London Mayor, Sadiq Khan, has refused permission for the construction of the MSG Sphere, a proposed 21,500-capacity events arena in Stratford.
The plans have been widely opposed by Newham Council, AEG Europe, and local residents who cited concerns about the negative impact on the community.
The decision to refuse the plans was based on evidence of unacceptable negative impact on local residents and the scale of objections. [ more ]
Time Out London
3 days ago
London

Exclusive: take a first look at London's fanciest new cinema

A new three-screen Everyman cinema is set to open in Stratford in 2024, offering luxury seating, outdoor terrace, and lounge area. [ more ]
www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Fire crews issue warning after canal breaks its bank flooding residential area

Fire crews were called to flooding in Stratford after a canal broke its borders.
No injuries were reported and residents did not have to be evacuated. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Housing developer to pay 18m to fix Grenfell-style cladding at Olympic Village

Developers and freeholders have been ordered to pay for the costs of fixing fire safety defects at five blocks in the East Village in Stratford.
The defects include combustible insulation and timber decking, and the works are expected to be finished by August 2025. [ more ]
Time Out London
4 months ago
London

A brand-new community sauna has opened in east London

Hackney Wick Sauna Baths has been a successful community sauna in London, attracting over 50,000 visitors in under three years.
The people behind the Hackney Wick sauna have opened a second site in Stratford, with three saunas compared to Hackney Wick's seven. [ more ]
www.newhamrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago
London

CCTV appeal for cyclist after woman sexually assaulted on busy high street

Met Police has issued a CCTV appeal to identify a cyclist involved in a sexual assault in Stratford.
The incident occurred on October 18, 2018, when the victim was approached by a man on a bike and grabbed inappropriately. [ more ]
www.newhamrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Man's body found in shopping centre car park

A man's body was found inside a car at a shopping centre in Stratford.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of the man's murder. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago
London

London's Las Vegas style Sphere' venue will not go ahead as plans withdrawn

MSG has withdrawn its plans to build the London Sphere venue in Stratford due to it being a political issue between rival parties.
The Sphere would have housed a 21,000-capacity and stand at 300ft-tall, and would have brought groundbreaking technology and well-paying jobs to London. [ more ]
www.newhamrecorder.co.uk
5 months ago
London politics

'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 ]
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