Nottingham Trent University's Brackenhurst campus, located on Brackenhurst Lane in Southwell, is having to be reconstructed after part of the structure split whilst undergoing a £10m facelift by Clegg Construction Ltd.

A NEW development at Nottingham Trent University's Brackenhurst campus is having to be reconstructed after part of the structure split.

The campus, located on Brackenhurst Lane in Southwell, is currently undergoing a £10m facelift by Clegg Construction Ltd to include a new reception and environment centre, and is due to be completed by the start of the new term in September.

A Nottingham Trent University spokesperson said: “Last week, during construction of the new reception and environment centre at our Brackenhurst Campus, our contractor noted some structural defects on the lecture theatre of the new Lyth building.

“The affected area of the site was cordoned off and, following advice, the decision was taken on Good Friday to remove the affected section of building.

"Demolition work has now been undertaken and an extended exclusion zone is expected to remain in place around the unoccupied building until further safety checks are completed.

“An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the defects.”