Office complex nicknamed the Slab given go-ahead despite fierce opposition from green and modernist architecture campaigners

A £400m office complex nicknamed “the Slab” has been given the go-ahead to replace ITV’s former headquarters on London’s South Bank despite fierce opposition from green campaigners and modernist architecture fans.

Opponents said the proposals that the 72 Upper Ground scheme would generate more carbon emissions in its construction than if the 4,000 office workers it is designed to house were to drive in from Surrey for 30 years.

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