UK Government Approves £500m Brick Lane Development Over Local Council's Wishes

A UK government minister, Angela Rayner, approved a £500m redevelopment on Brick Lane, ignoring the local council's plan for 350 homes. The approved project instead offers 44 homes and a large computer facility called a datacentre. Campaigners say local voices were ignored; the government said the housing plan wasn't proven workable. A legal challenge may follow.