Rejigged £340m Museum of London plan approved
Rejigged £340m Museum of London plan approved
Abstract
Sir Robert McAlpine is believed to have secured the £340m project ahead of fellow bidder Lendlease. Under the refreshed plans, much of the historic fabric of the buildings will be preserved to create cavernous and atmospheric spaces both above and below ground. New Museum of London will play a key role in the City of London Corporation’s Destination City initiative to transform the Square Mile's leisure offer. The decision follows an announcement last week. The City Corporation plans to deposit a Private Bill in Parliament to relocate Billingsgate and Smithfield wholesale markets. The project is expected to get underway.