U2 anger environmentalists

Rockers U2 have angered environmentalists in Ireland with plans to build an unsightly skyscraper in Dublin.

Tue, 04 Dec, 2007 - 13:30

Rockers U2 have angered environmentalists in Ireland with plans to build an unsightly skyscraper in Dublin.

Building heritage group An Taisce has criticised the group for its plans to demolish the Clarence Hotel - which the band owns - and redevelop the site through a €136m investment programme.

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