Gove refuses M&S Oxford Street redevelopment in landmark ruling

MandS Oxford St

Save Britain’s Heritage hails “hugely important decision” as Pilbrow & Partners plans are considered to emit too much carbon

Michael Gove has refused permission for Marks & Spencer to rebuild its flagship Oxford Street store in a landmark ruling which will send shockwaves through the built environment sector.

The communities secretary today announced he is ignoring the planning inspector’s recommendation to approve the Pilbrow & Partners-designed scheme following a high stakes public inquiry.

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