Marks & Spencer’s Oxford Street redevelopment plan has been rejected by Michael Gove, potentially setting a precedent for future demolish and rebuild projects. The decision, praised by Save Britain’s Heritage, could damage the district’s reputation as a global business destination. The London Property Alliance supports a retrofit-first approach to retain heritage and reduce embodied carbon but argues that decisions cannot be binary. The UK government’s decision highlights the need for a more sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to regeneration projects.

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