Council rejects plans for huge expansion of Sky’s new Elstree Studios

Sky Elstree expansion

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Plans to expand Sky’s new Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire have been refused by the local council.

Hertsmere borough council narrowly voted to reject the 38 acre expansion against the advice of planning officers which had recommended approval ahead of the meeting.

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