Desmond's controversial £1bn London development revived

Richard Desmond is reportedly reviving plans for a controversial £1bn housing development in London's Docklands - which was blocked by the Government last November, overturning initial approval by former Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick. The businessman has held early-stage discussions with lenders to bankroll the Westferry Printworks scheme on the Isle of Dogs, which could create 1,500 new homes. Mr Jenrick's verdict, which contradicted the advice of the planning inspector, was quashed after a High Court case filed by Tower Hamlets Council found "apparent bias" in favour of Mr Desmond. 

The Sunday Telegraph (03/07/2022)