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In Pictures: ‘Homes Not Data Centres’ Demonstration

Photo courtesy of Isabella Steiner

On 4 September 2026 Roar attended and captured the ‘Homes not Data Centres’ protest outside the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government. The demonstration opposed the recent proposal approved by the Housing Secretary, Angela Rayner, to build new housing, offices and a data centre near Brick Lane.

Photos by Isabella Steiner

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