There is, however, an alternative which is painless and cost free, locally list the whole of the estate. Christchurch Square is locally listed and has some protection and there is, therefore, no reason why all of Spence’s work in Hackney should not be the same.
I would urge everyone concerned about these modern classics to email the mayor of Hackney urging that all of these buildings be given the same protection as the rest of Hackney’s architectural heritage. For further information please contact me on imrankhanlahore@gmx.com.
Thanks and best wishes Jon Burke
Ian Rathbone, chair, Hackney Labour Group of councillors, writes: