Graham Construction has been selected to develop a new £22 million Central Library and Archive in Halifax.

Calderdale Council's Leader, Cllr Stephen Baines, said: "This is a significant milestone for the Piece Hall transformation project and the new Central Library and Archive. I'm delighted that the Council will be working with Graham Construction. With such a strong track record, I'm confident that the company will create outstanding facilities that everyone can be proud of, taking great care to respect the site's magnificent heritage."

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Gary Hughes, Regional Director at Graham Construction, said: "Graham Construction are tremendously proud to be playing such a major part in this keenly anticipated facility and we share the vision, of our project partners, to see The Piece Hall caringly restored so it continues to play a practical, sustainable and interactive role for current and future generations.

"The new build library and archive, which Graham is constructing as part of the Piece Hall redevelopment, will also be a fantastic facility for the town sitting within a thriving cultural quarter."

The Piece Hall transformation project is being funded by Calderdale Council and a £7m grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The Grade I Listed building will be refurbished and conserved, creating a 21st century heritage visitor attraction, with an interpretation and learning centre, a new east extension and a redesigned courtyard.

(CD/IT)