Plans for 29-storey block near market site submitted

A 29-storey block is part of the proposed development

Plans to build a 29-storey block of flats near the site of a city centre market have been submitted by developers.

The Eagle Market in Derby has been earmarked for closure since last year, with traders set to leave in March.

Derby Theatre and the Castle & Falcon pub would also face being demolished as part of the proposed scheme, which would also involve developments at Bradshaw Way Retail Park.

The plans have been put forward by the same people running the neighbouring Derbion shopping centre.

In a statement supporting their application, they say the site's development "is a framework for longer-term development potential that complements and supports the existing centre".

"The masterplan is a starting point for exploring future opportunities over the next 10 years and beyond that will benefit both Derbion and the ongoing regeneration of Derby city centre as envisioned by [Derby City] Council," the application states.