The All England Club’s plans to expand into Wimbledon Park have been approved by the Greater London Authority.
The decision taken by Jules Pipe, London’s deputy mayor for planning, means Wimbledon’s controversial proposal to build 39 new courts, including a new 8,000-seat show court, on the former Wimbledon Park Golf Club – and nearly triple its current site – looks set to go ahead.
The decision had been expected after GLA planning officers recommended permission be granted, and Pipe cited the benefits to both the tournament and the community.
“In summary, the proposed development would facilitate very significant benefits,” he said. “I agree with my officers that these benefits clearly outweigh the harm.”
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