City centre street to remain closed amid safety fears
PART of Lime Street in Liverpool is to remain closed until midnight on Tuesday (May 31) because of the condition of the derelict former Futurist Cinema.
Structural experts say the risk of building collapse has not yet been eliminated due to the complex nature of the structure and the progressive failure of individual elements.
They have advised the Futurist is still in a precarious state and condition, and the Liverpool City Council must take all necessary precautions and guard against risk to maintain public safety by keeping Lime Street closed.
In order to prevent any risk to the public, the road will remain closed in both directions until midnight on Tuesday.
A council spokesman said: “The decision to continue with the road closure is not one that we have taken lightly.
“The council recognises the inconvenience caused to motorists and businesses, however public safety is of paramount importance. We would like to thank people for their continued patience, understanding and co-operation.”
The closure is from Skelhorne Street to Copperas Hill with pedestrian access maintained on the side of Lime Street opposite the Futurist.
People planning to attend the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon on Sunday (May 29) are being advised to use the train to travel into Liverpool if at all possible.
