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Property & Planning · City of LondonGovernment clears City Plan 2040, allowing skyscraper proposals near Tower of London
The UK Government has given the green light to the City of London Corporation’s draft City Plan 2040 after inspectors concluded the proposed skyscraper contours do not significantly harm the Tower of London. The plan now moves to internal review, with a final report expected in the coming weeks.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonUNESCO threatens Tower of London heritage status over City Plan 2040 office push
Historic England has raised serious concerns that the City of London Corporation’s draft City Plan 2040 could jeopardise the Tower of London’s UNESCO World Heritage status. Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has ordered inspectors to review alternative development contours, pushing back the plan’s adoption.
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Culture & Arts · City of LondonTower of London opens morning ceremony to public for first time
The Tower of London will sell 50 tickets daily for its private morning opening ceremony, allowing attendees early access to the Crown Jewels. Tickets cost £62 for adults, £33.50 for children, and are limited to six per booking.
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Property & Planning · City of LondonTower of London moat to become wetland after £70m upgrade approved
Historic Royal Palaces has secured permission to transform the Tower of London’s dry moat into a wildlife-friendly wetland. The £70 million project will use a Victorian culvert as a water storage tank, following successful trials of a small wetland patch.
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