City of London tightens rules on skyscrapers over wind tunnel fears

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Developers will have to modify designs deemed likely to affect cyclists and pedestrians

Tougher building rules for skyscrapers have been drawn up by the City of London because of concerns that a high-rise, urban microclimate will generate winds capable of knocking over cyclists and pedestrians.

 

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about time too - living and working in towers has never been good for our souls

Frequently see tourists getting blown about at the junction of Threadneedle St and Bishops Gate.

has anyone run this past our billionaire overlords?

A BIT BLOODY LATE IN THE DAY!!!!

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