Edinburgh’s Historic Debenham’s Fire Update | Belfast News

Edinburgh’s iconic Debenham’s on Princes Street is in serious trouble after a major fire — now the historic building’s been shut down since July ninth due to structural instability. Crews are battling a complex, painstaking restoration, reinforcing walls with steel, carefully removing stone, and pausing work during high winds. Police have closed Princes Street, disrupting trams and buses, while city leader Jane Meagher vows safety first — even as the city braces for festival season. It’s a slow, frustrating fix for a beloved landmark, but officials are working hard to reopen it safely when possible. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bfe04c79a1a4c4d4