Defeat for heritage campaigners in Liverpool

While heritage campaigners have chalked up a number of victories in the United Kingdom in recent years, Liverpool was the site of a defeat this week as the High Court ruled against those seeking to halt a major commercial development project on the Eastside of Lime Street, part of a world heritage site that comprises the city's historic centre and docklands.

SAVE Britain's Heritage, spearheading the fight against the development, which includes a new hotel, shops, restaurants and a student residence, remains committed in its opposition, indicating that it will appeal the ruling to save historic buildings on Lime Street that are slated for demolition.

As is often the case in conflicts over commercial development in heritage districts, the challenge lies in preserving the traditional character and historical integrity of an area without stunting the dynamism that can come with responsible commercial development.