**Royal Albion Hotel Fire Update: 21st July** Brighton and Hove City Council has announced that demolition of the Royal Albion Hotel has been further delayed due to additional fires and collapses. **Structural Instability and Collapse** The Council has confirmed that the Royal Albion hotel is no longer structurally safe and that demolition has begun. However, the process has been hampered by ongoing fires and collapses. **Fire Investigation** East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has determined that the initial fire, which occurred on July 15, 2023, was likely caused by a discarded cigarette. **Heritage Listing** Part of the Royal Albion hotel is Grade II-listed by English Heritage, meaning it is of significant architectural value. **Demolition Costs** The owners of the hotel will be responsible for the costs of demolition and safety work. The Council has not yet disclosed the estimated costs. **Ongoing Concerns** The Council emphasizes that the site remains unsafe and urges the public to avoid the area. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
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