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Data center sparks battle on London's Brick Lane
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Fusion42 · 12 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Plans to build a data center in London's Brick Lane, a historically Bangladeshi neighbourhood, have sparked local opposition due to concerns over heritage erosion and insufficient social housing amid a government push to expand digital infrastructure supporting AI.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity.
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London's Brick Lane community resistance signals rising friction where urban heritage meets AI infrastructure demands. You must prepare to navigate local objections if your project’s success depends on prime city land or government backing.
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