Hub to provide support during city centre works
An interactive hub has opened to give people information and support in regard to ongoing £19m improvement works in Wolverhampton city centre.
The two-and-a-half year transformation of the city centre began in January, with works underway on Darlington Street and set to move onto Lichfield Street and Queen Square.
The council has now announced the opening of the Urban Room, a hub providing drop in sessions at set times, pre-booked meeting opportunities, and direct assistance from council staff and contractor Taylor Woodrow.
The first sessions will take place between 12:00 BST and 13:30 BST on Tuesdays, with the plan to increase the number of sessions over time.
According to the council, the sessions will give businesses, residents and visitors access to information about the scheme and dedicated support for any concerns or issues they have.
The £19m transformation is the third and final phase of the council's city centre improvements programme, following completed schemes in the Victoria Street and University of Wolverhampton at The Halls areas.
Councillor Chris Burden, the council's cabinet member for city development, jobs and skills, said: "We want people to enjoy our city centre from the moment they arrive, and these works are the next step in our transformation plans that are delivering positive outcomes.
"This is a scheme for everyone, and the Urban Room is another way we are connecting with businesses, residents and visitors to ensure they are supported during the works and fully understand it so they can maximise the opportunities it presents to them."
Stuart Townsend, Taylor Woodrow operations manager, said: "During these sessions, we will showcase drawings of the scheme, have updates on our social value projects locally, and we will be displaying information, including a video about the scheme.
"Additionally, we will provide information about our chosen charities, The Way Youth Project Board, and have brochures available for career opportunities."
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