30 St Mary Axe to flight paths for both London City and London Heathrow airports; the revised plan for a lower tower was accepted. The tower's topmost panoramic dome, known as the "lens", recalls the iconic glass dome that covered part of the ground floor of the Baltic Exchange and much of which is now displayed at the National Maritime Museum. "The Gherkin" nickname was applied to the current building at least as long ago as 1999, referring to that plan's highly unorthodox layout and appearance. On 23 August 2000, Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott granted planning permission to construct a building much larger
St. Mary of the Angels Church, Hollywood its pedal compass is 30. It also has an attached keydesk. The Organist and Choirmaster has the responsibility of directing the St Mary of the Angels Schola Cantorum. Since 1820 the posts of Organist and Choirmaster have been held by a number of musicians, often being combined. The choir at St. Mary's is known as the St. Mary of the Angels Schola Cantorum. They sing at each Sunday Solemn High Mass as well as specific High Holy Days throughout the year, including Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter Masses. Much of their repertoire comes from the hymnals found in the pews.