Architecture Update: Courthouse row
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.THE DESIGN of the proposed new magistrates' courts in Gloucester has led to a row involving the magistrates and the county and city councils. The pounds 8m building was to have been designed by Ahrends Burton and Koralek, architects of the original National Gallery extension scheme described as a 'carbuncle' by the Prince of Wales and rejected. County councillors and magistrates do not want a modern building so near to the cathedral, the Dominican Friary and the Victorian docks. They have invited Quinlan Terry, one of Prince Charles's favourites, to design a Neo-Classical scheme. English Heritage, the Royal Fine Art Commission, Gloucester Civic Trust and the city council all support the ABK design. The decision is now in the hands of the Lord Chancellor's office.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments