Dangerous town centre building set for demolition

The road in front of the former Treasure Cave store has been shut amid fears of its potential collapse

A dangerous building which has forced the closure of a town centre street in Dumfries is set for demolition.

Dumfries and Galloway Council took action more than a fortnight ago over the eyesore property on English Street.

It introduced an emergency road closure in front of the former Treasure Cave store due to concerns it could collapse.

The firm called in to help deal with the building has confirmed it will start demolition work next week.

Diversions have been put in place while action is taken over the building

The emergency closure of the street was introduced on 22 April with a diversion put in place.

Pedestrian access was able to be maintained but traffic had to follow an alternative route.

The road is likely to remain closed for some time as the demolition work takes place.

It is expected to take about three weeks to complete.

A council statement confirmed the demolition should start on Monday and said it was assessing its potential impact.

"The demolition of this building will cause disruption to local residents, businesses and motorists," it said.

"The safety of members of the public is our paramount concern.

"Our officers are assessing what road closures will need to be made for this demolition to take place safely."

It said it would provide businesses and residents with information as soon as possible.

However, it stressed that demolition would not begin until the necessary road closures were in place.