Rydon Homes stops work on Brighton site

Work on Rydon Homes' mixed-use scheme in the centre of Brighton has come to an abrupt halt as the development's viability has come into question.
Rydon was given permission in September 2002 by Brighton and Hove City Council to provide 64 homes, 19 of them low-cost, shopping facilities,
a food and drink outlet, offices, a live/work unit and 46 parking spaces.
The plan also included money towards improving West Street, artwork in the development and recreational improvements at nearby schools and St Nicholas playground.
Rydon has demolished all the existing buildings on a large site in West Street.
A spokesman said: "Work on the Rydon site at West Street has been suspended, while a reappraisal of the proposals is conducted as a result of technical and financial difficulties that have emerged. This process is likely to take a few months."