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The development will bring studios, homes and education space to Kentish Town. Supporters say it will boost jobs and housing, while critics raise environmental concerns.
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00:00Plans for a £1 billion film and television studio development in North London have been approved.
00:07The Camden Film Quarter will include 11 sound stages as well as education spaces and new homes.
00:13It's planned for brownfield land in Kentish Town after council approval.
00:18Developers say it will deliver 485 homes, including 243 affordable units.
00:25It will also provide cycle routes, parks and on-site education facilities.
00:30The Green Party and local objectors criticise the scale, disruption and environmental impact of the project.
00:37But council officers said emissions exceed benchmarks, but energy efficiency could reduce carbon levels.

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