A road has been partially closed in Preston city centre.

Preston City Council has confirmed that the closure is in place on Church Street, between Manchester Road and the Minster, due to an unsafe building.

The building in question is a commercial unit situated to the left of the Old Dog Inn.

132 Church Street, and therefore the surrounding area, has been deemed unsafe following an inspection and the council is working with the building owner to find a solution.

A spokesperson for Preston City Council said: "Due to an unsafe building, a section of Church Street in Preston is currently controlled by temporary traffic lights. This is between Manchester Road and the Minster. Sorry for any inconvenience.

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