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MP Raises Concerns Over Collapsed Courthouse in River Cocker

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Markus Campbell-Savours raised the issue of the partially collapsed Old Courthouse in the House of Commons. The building, which partially sits in the River Cocker, collapsed after floods in October 2023. Campbell-Savours stated that the owner, Halal Group Ltd, has not responded to calls for transparency or action regarding the dangerously unstable property.

From timesandstar.co.uk

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The property, purchased for £51,000 in 2022, was listed as a substantial Grade II listed town centre property requiring major structural repair. The lack of progress toward recovery and the owner's financial disclosures raise questions about the management of public infrastructure and safety standards.

From timesandstar.co.uk

Who's involved

  • Markus Campbell-SavoursMarkus Campbell-Savours, who raised the issue in the House of Commons
  • Alan CampbellAlan Campbell, who serves as the Leader of the House in the House of Commons

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