Ground Collapse In Central London Near Construction Site Raises Safety Concerns
A ground spillage with an approximately 4m-deep void has suddenly opened near a construction site operated by Mace in Fenning Street. The incident, which occurred on 7 January, has raised concerns but construction continues unaffected.
A Mace spokesperson said “Following the closure of Fenning Street, Mace is working with the Council and utility companies to determine the cause of the void in the road, which remains closed off for safety. The void, which is estimated to be 3-4m deep, impacted the entrance to our site and a new access route has had to be created to enable operations to continue safely. It is anticipated that Fenning Street will remain closed for some time whilst investigations continue.”
Another statement provided by Southwark Council, noted: “Southwark Council is holding weekly meetings with Mace and utilities companies following the appearance of a sinkhole in Fenning Street. The exact cause of the sinkhole remains under investigation and when the investigation is concluded we will share findings. The council’s engineering services are in close liaison with the team from Mace. The work is likely to take numeral weeks to complete.”
Designed by architect Pilbrow Partners, as part of a large-scale urban development, the project is scheduled for completion in 2026.
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