UK government wants to prevent London Sphere from being cancelled; understands

With a debut spherea concert and technology event venue that houses the world’s largest LED screen, in Las Vegas, USA, a plan to build a second unit in London, UK, has emerged, but the mayor, Sadiq Khanon the shelf. However, according to information from The standardThe country’s government wants to push for the implementation of the works.

Plans for sphere It has a capacity of 21,500 people, and the team behind it is the same one in Las Vegas: Madison Square Garden Entertainment Company (MSGIf the project is implemented and completed, it will become the largest music venue in the UK.

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In November 2023, the Mayor of London blocked the project, citing the “unacceptable negative impact” it would have on residents. sphere She expressed concern about the pressure on local infrastructure and health risks.

In addition, the Environment Committee London Society The company has warned of the unacceptable levels of lighting the site will produce – with the final product expected to have around a million LED lights outside. Such as The standard The representative said Michael Gove Ordered a six-week recess while he considers an appeal of the president’s decision. room.

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Department of hollow Works on guidance Khan Do not reject planning proposals by letter to London Heritage Development CompanyThis would require Chamber President “To consider whether, under Article 77 of the Urban and Rural Planning ActTo send him the request to decide on it.

Hey Minister of State Prohibited Local Planning Authority To implement the mayor’s directive of November 20 to refuse permission.