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This news article reports on analysis which says that plans to build new homes on London’s Green Belt could increase the “urban heat island” effect and lead to higher risks of heatwaves and wildfires. The article makes reference to a submission made to the Mayor of London’s consultation on the next London Plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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