Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group on the London Assembly Caroline Pidgeon has called for a halt to work on the Earls Court Exhibition Centre demolition ahead of a crunch council meeting today.
Campaigners have asked for an independent health review to be carried out due to the existence of asbestos in the building and the dust and pollution caused by the demolition process.
Commenting on the demolition, Caroline Pidgeon said:
"I'm pleased to support local campaigners including Councillor Linda Wade in calling for a halt until a health review has been carried out.
“Local residents are right to be concerned about asbestos in the building and the potential severe health effects caused by dust, pollution and noise.”
“Over 1,500 people have recently signed a petition calling for the health review and I think it is very concerning the Kensington and Chelsea council are so keen to proceed with the plans."