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Labour Approves Controversial £750M Film Studio Despite Local Opposition

12/8/2025

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The Labour government approved a £750 million film studio complex at Marlow in Buckinghamshire, despite local council rejection over environmental concerns.
The project is backed by notable directors and promises 4,000 jobs and sizable economic benefits.
Local MP Joy Morrissey (MP, Buckinghamshire) criticized the decision as disregarding local democracy and threatening green belt land, and Buckinghamshire Council expressed disappointment while urging environmental safeguards.

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The Labour government approved a £750 million film studio complex at Marlow in Buckinghamshire, despite local council rejection over environmental concerns.
The project is backed by notable directors and promises 4,000 jobs and sizable economic benefits.
Local MP Joy Morrissey (MP, Buckinghamshire) criticized the decision as disregarding local democracy and threatening green belt land, and Buckinghamshire Council expressed disappointment while urging environmental safeguards.