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The gap between strategic value and local acceptance when developing data centres

Social impact has to be at the forefront when ensuring data centres are viable
(from left): Georgina Nimmo, Marc Edmondson. (Savills).
(from left): Georgina Nimmo, Marc Edmondson. (Savills).
By Georgina Nimmo, Marc Edmondson
Savills
August 4, 2026 | 1:55 P.M.

Data centres are a core component of the UK’s digital and economic fabric highlighted by their designation as Critical National Infrastructure. At the same time, the expansion of data centre capacity has elevated social-impact considerations in planning and investment decision making.

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