High Court Rules Decision to Block Redevelopment "Unlawful"

  • M&S wins court battle over Marble Arch store
  • High Court rules Michael Gove’s decision was “unlawful”
  • M&S appeals rejection of plans to demolish Art Deco building
  • Plans would have replaced building with new 10-storey complex

Marks & Spencer has claimed victory in a court battle over its Marble Arch store plans. The High Court ruled that Michael Gove’s decision to block the redevelopment was "unlawful". M&S had launched an appeal to the secretary of state’s rejection of its plans, which would have seen the Art Deco building on Oxford Street demolished and replaced with a new 10-storey complex.

Factuality Level: 9
Factuality Justification: The article provides a straightforward report on M&S launching an appeal to the secretary of state’s decision regarding the demolition of a building on Oxford Street. It sticks to the main topic without including irrelevant information, bias, or sensationalism.
Noise Level: 3
Noise Justification: The article provides relevant information about M&S launching an appeal regarding the rejection of their plans for a new building on Oxford Street. It stays on topic and does not contain irrelevant or misleading information. However, it lacks in-depth analysis, antifragility considerations, and actionable insights, hence the lower rating.
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