City planning boss says Foster's Tulip likely to face public inquiry if it gets green light

By Dave Rogers2019-03-04T06:00:00

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Controversial scheme set to be heard next month

The head of the planning committee that will rule on Foster + Partners’ controversial Tulip tourist attraction has admitted any decision to approve it could well be called in for a public inquiry by the secretary of state.

Chris Hayward’s comments come as the City of London planning committee hearing into the 305m tall structure is set to take place next month.

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