Andrew Dismore

Labour London Assembly Member for Barnet and Camden Andrew Dismore has submitted a scathing objection to the proposed “Tulip” viewing platform in the City of London, located next to the “Gherkin” tower.

The proposed structure would be privately owned and operated, with a fee to access the viewing platform, restaurant and sky lounge. Such pay-for-access to views is been opposed by the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan.

Mr Dismore said:

‘The last thing London’s historic skyline needs is another ludicrous phallic object, which is out of place, out of keeping, and beneficial to only the wealthy few who will pay to visit it. Whilst many other cities do indeed benefit from bespoke viewing platform towers, which often are symbols or attractions to the city. This application does not “add” anything to London, nor is it especially iconic or special in design, and it does not even offer a unique view of London.

ENDS

Notes:

• Andrew Dismore is the Labour London Assembly Member for Barnet and Camden
• A copy of Mr Dismore’s letter can be found here: Tulip Objection April 19