MASSIVE proposals to redevelop Kings Cross are
about money and business interests, and ultimately represent
a missed opportunity for the existing community, planning chiefs
were warned last night (Wednesday).
The grim prediction came during the first of two extended meetings
at the Town Hall which will decide whether developers Argent
Limited can begin work on their £2-billion designs for
the vast expanse of land behind Kings Cross and St Pancras
stations which critics fear will become another Canary Wharf.
Councillors will reach a final decision tonight (Thursday) but
they have already heard from a steady stream of protesters who
are adamant that the scheme must be stopped in its tracks. Campaigners
who put together more than 20 deputations last night
(Wednesday) want panel members to throw out the plans. CLICK HERE FOR FULL
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