College says new Cambridge building vital for the future

Emmanuel College in Cambridge says its plan to build new educational facilities and student accomodation just off Parker's Piece will transform the area. The project, which the college says is vital for their future, has been given the green light. Critics have described the plans as bland. The building will include new educational facilities, student accommodation, a student bar and underground car park

Cambridge Past, Present and Future, which campaigns for greater protection of the area's green and heritage spaces, was critical of the design.