Demolition of the old Central Library in Birmingham began today. Developers are clearing the site as part of a redevelopment of Paradise square, with motorists warned to expect further diversions and road closures.
Demolition of the old Central Library in Birmingham is due to begin later today.
Developers are clearing the site as part of a redevelopment of Paradise square, with motorists warned to expect further diversions and road closures.
It's part of a £500 million scheme to regenerate the area with two new office blocks and a redevelopment of Chamberlain Square.
While work to clear the site takes place, the walkway through the old Paradise Forum has been closed together with a large part of Chamberlain Square.
Pedestrians and cyclists have now been re-routed through Fletchers Walk.
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