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Community Safety · GreenwichGreenwich Council opposes Charlton data centre for housing
Greenwich Council has voiced opposition to a proposed 100,000 sq m data centre at Charlton Riverside, favouring its own plans for approximately 8,000 new homes in the area. The debate highlights a growing conflict between digital infrastructure needs and housing development in London.
Greenwich4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Community Safety · City of LondonBrick Lane AI data centre approved amid local opposition
A major AI data centre has been approved for Brick Lane, East London, despite significant local opposition. The £500m development raises concerns about water consumption, heat emissions, and the scale of such facilities in urban areas.
City of London4 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 50
Community Safety · Tower HamletsTower Hamlets Truman Brewery data centre faces local opposition
A proposed data centre at the Truman Brewery site in Tower Hamlets has sparked significant local opposition. Residents and councillors are concerned about the loss of potential housing and the environmental impact of the facility.
Tower Hamlets4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 45
Community Safety · Tower HamletsBrick Lane data centre and offices approved despite Tower Hamlets opposition
The government has approved plans for offices, a data centre, and 44 homes near Brick Lane, delivering only six for social rent. Tower Hamlets Council and campaigners opposed the scheme, citing housing shortages and displacement risks for local businesses and residents.
Tower Hamlets5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 55