Purpose

On 25th July Cabinet gave approval to split
workstreams for the Spindles Redevelopment into Project 1
(demolition of TJ Hughes, construction of a new market and events
space and works to the roof) and Project 2 (redevelopment of
internal retail units to create workspace).

As per the site investigation, a potential mineshaft was uncovered
beneath the former TJ Hughes building. This mineshaft will need to
be treated upon completion of the demolition of TJ Hughes, this
will be in the form of grouting or capping.

In order to maintain programme it is recommended that this
treatment to the mineshaft is instructed under the Enabling Works
contract, this will allow works to commence on the new build as
soon as the Main Works contract is executed, rather than having
additional lead in times and impacting on programme.

Content

RESOLVED - That:
Option 1 is recommended to allow the programme to progress in line
with current agreed programme dates.