Kier has started construction work on the new Darley Street Market in Bradford.

Representatives from construction company Kier, met with Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw, Bradford Council's Executive Member for Regeneration, Planning and Transport and representative from the council's regeneration and markets teams, to mark the start of the construction phase of the new market.

The main demolition phase of the project which started in May last year has been completed and now work has started on the construction of the new multi-million pound market.

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The development will also include an outdoor square for concerts and events, will occupy a prominent and large site on Darley Street and is part of the ongoing cultural and physical regeneration of Bradford city centre, complementing what’s on offer across the district and enhancing Bradford’s destination status.

Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw, Bradford Council's Executive Member for Regeneration, Planning and Transport, said: "It was great to be on the site of the new Darley Street Market to see the construction phase begin. Modern markets need to be more than just places to shop, people also want culture, leisure and entertainment and this new market in the city centre will deliver that."

Dan Doherty, Regional Director for Kier Construction said: "We are delighted to see the new build phase of the project commence now all the demolition works are complete. We look forward to seeing the new building come to life for the community of the Bradford district and beyond."