Works to Market Place Sutton are finally set to begin in January 2017. The works comprise of two phases, namely

Phase 1: improvements to seven shop fronts and ten upper floor facades; and

Phase 2: Improvements to public realm comprising of landscaping, new seating, construction of a kiosk, and lighting installation and artwork in the alleyway.

In a statement on the opportunity Sutton webiste it states:

“The tender for Phase 1 was advertised on 30 October 2016 for three weeks. Six tenders were received, and were evaluated by a panel consisting of officers of Opportunity Sutton and the architects.

“Mulalley & Co. emerged as the most competitive bid and have been awarded the contract. The work is set to start in January 2017 to be completed by May 2017.

“The design of 2nd phase has been finalised and work will begin in February 2017. This will be undertaken by the Council’s term contractors RJ Dance.

“We shall keep you updated as the work progresses.

“We also apologise for any inconvenience that will be caused due to the construction work.”