Shropshire Council has confirmed it plans to demolish Shrewsbury's Shirehall.

The cash-strapped authority confirmed the position ahead of today's (Thursday, December 11) meeting of full council, saying estimates show that refurbishment of the building could cost more than £50m.

It says the recommendation comes after a review of the Abbey Foregate site, and includes a proposal for a 'mixed use' development to replace its former headquarters.

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The new development could include housing, extra care facilities, new GP medical centres, and commercial space.

A vote on the proposal will be taken at today's council meeting.

Councillor He

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