Published 09/27/2024 4:01:00 p.m.

Controversial Wimbledon expansion plan approved

Wimbledon's plans to build 39 new tennis courts on protected land have been approved by planning officials.
This development will enable Wimbledon qualifying to occur on-site, matching the other three Grand Slams.
Concerns about environmental impacts include flood risk, air quality, and loss of wildlife, as noted by The Wimbledon Society.

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BBC News

Wimbledon expansion: Controversial plans for 39 new courts approved by Greater London Authority

The All England Club's plans to expand the Wimbledon site is approved, despite fierce local opposition to the scheme.

09/27/2024 3:26:05 p.m.·United Kingdom

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News18 India

Wimbledon Approves Controversial Expansion Plan For Grass-Court Grand Slam

Wimbledon will nearly triple the size of its current site once the project is completed.

09/27/2024 5:43:00 p.m.·India

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The Hindu

Wimbledon granted planning permission for huge expansion project

Britain’s All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) was granted planning permission on Friday by the Greater London Authority for a huge expansion project for the Wimbledon Championships.

09/27/2024 4:11:45 p.m.·India

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The Independent

Controversial Wimbledon expansion plans get Greater London Authority green light

The controversial proposal includes 39 new courts and will nearly triple the size of Wimbledon’s current site.

09/27/2024 3:44:50 p.m.·London, United Kingdom

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CBC News

Wimbledon's plans for expansion approved by London authorities despite residents' concerns

A proposal by Wimbledon organizers to expand the site of the Grand Slam tournament with 39 new tennis courts has been given the green light by local authorities.

09/27/2024 10:23:20 p.m.·Canada

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Reuters

Wimbledon granted planning permission for massive expansion

Britain's All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) was granted planning permission on Friday by the Greater London Authority for a huge expansion project for the Wimbledon Championships.

09/27/2024 4:01:00 p.m.·United Kingdom

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