Church sale sparks protest

The sale of the Church Studios in London's Crouch End has provoked local protests after it became clear that the iconic studios, used by Bob Dylan and the Eurythmics amongst others, might be turned into flats. And it's not the decision of some heartless property developer - the Church is owned by none other than David Gray. 

A spokesperson for the White Ladder musician has said that changes in recording industry and the way albums are recorded means that the most attractive financial return may not be selling the studio as a ongoing business - which is why Gray has applied for planning permission to turn the studios into flats. Harringay Council said no decision had been made on the application.