Michael Gove’s decision to block the controversial demolition of M&S’s flagship Oxford Street store has been quashed by a High Court judge
Why we’re launching a new AJ series for big ideas
The AJ is launching a new platform called Blueprints for Change. Through it we want to highlight what today’s architects are proposing to tackle the most pressing social and environmental challenges
RIBA president issues warning on Labour’s green U-turn
RIBA president Muyiwa Oki has responded to Labour’s ditching of its £28 billion-a-year green investment pledge with a warning that future generations may ‘pay the price’
Tory MP grills Gove’s department over climate inaction
The government’s legally binding net zero targets are in jeopardy because of delays in reforming planning rules, MPs have said
Foster + Partners hits record headcount
The average number of employees at Fosters is the highest on record and turnover has jumped by £57.6 million to £290 million, the practice’s latest accounts show
Birmingham City Council to reconsider demolition of Brutalist landmark
Birmingham City Council is to reconsider its September decision to demolish the famous Ringway Centre following a legal challenge mounted by heritage and environmental campaigners
This month’s AJ demonstrates why we all need a good home
Our final building studies of 2023 showcase designs that promote activities, hobbies and interaction with neighbours and the wider community while maintaining individuals’ freedom of choice
Architectural workers trade union becomes part of Unite
The Section of Architectural Workers (SAW) trade union has affiliated to Unite, which has vowed to give ‘substantial legal and industrial support’ to architect members involved in disputes
Labour promises to overhaul UK’s ‘antiquated’ planning system
Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves has promised sweeping changes to the UK’s planning system in a bid to deliver homes and low-carbon infrastructure
‘The Cult of David’: Former Adjaye Associates employees speak out as practice cuts staff
Allegations of sexual misconduct against David Adjaye reported in the Financial Times sent shockwaves through the profession and led clients to cancel a string of projects. Now, his practice is making redundancies while former employees allege that a toxic culture permeated what was once one of the world's most revered…