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Progress on King Street Kilmarnock is continuing apace.

We can advise that demolition of the property on King Street is now complete, with remedial clean-up works taking place this afternoon. The large demolition crane will move off site later today.

The demolition of the property destroyed by the fire on King Street has been moving at pace throughout the week, with all indications suggesting these works should be complete by tomorrow, Friday 25 July.

Here's our update on the demolition works and restricted access on King Street following last week's fire.

Our teams are still working hard with demolition crews, cleaning squads and shop owners and tenants to clear the debris and aftermath of last week's fire. 

More restrictions on King Street will be lifted from 2pm today, providing pedestrian access and allowing more businesses and retailers to open. 

King Street will partially reopen this evening, following discussions with the demolition contractors and building standards.

Recovery work continues apace with demolition taking priority over the coming days. The demolition will be carried out in 2 phases.

A large stretch of King Street and Sandbed Street both remain closed as teams from East Ayrshire Council, Scottish Fire and Rescue, Police Scotland, demolition contractors and energy suppliers work to make the area safe following Monday night’s catastrophic fire.

Access to the area will continue to be restricted until further notice.

As East Ayrshire’s five year multi-million pound Place Based Investment Programme enters its final year, Councillors recognised its success in bringing communities together to make real and lasting improvements through co-operation, consultation and a process of “sharing the love” which has meant funds were eked out to provide the maximum possible benefits in communities large and small throughout the whole area.

Following significant work over the past few months, a start date has been set for the redevelopment of the Palace Theatre and Grand Hall in Kilmarnock.

Helping people of all ages and abilities into worthwhile careers is a big part of East Ayrshire Council’s Community Wealth Building strategy. The strong track record of the Employability Teams is now moving forward with approval of a new four year long programme which is being introduced at HMP Kilmarnock.