Westfield's plans to expand its shopping centre in White City, west London to comprise a leisure complex have been approved by Hammersmith and Fulham Council (HFC).

According to a report considered by councillors, the plans include up to 1,850sq m (19,913sq ft) of leisure space that "could accommodate, for example an indoor bowling facility". However, its use has yet to be decided.

Restaurants and cafés will also be included in the expansion, which is part of a major £1bn regeneration strategy to be carried out by the shopping centre owner over the next 17 years.

HFC cabinet member for community engagement Harry Phibbs said: "This development is bringing positive change, improvements and jobs to an area that needs revitalising."

Details: www.lbhf.gov.uk

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