SAFETY work to allow the pavement in front of the former Rhinoceros bar on Bridgegate has been completed.

Rotherham Council had stepped in to take action and work with the owners of the building to carry out the demolition work.

Previously the building had a restriction zone in front of it which prevented pedestrians from walking close by.

A post from the council on Facebook – whilst work took place last week – said: “Work is taking place to partially demolish the former Rhinoceros (Rhinos) building on Bridgegate in the town centre, to make the site safe and allow the pedestrianised area in front of the building to be re-opened.

Eyesore: The old Rhino building on Bridgegate has been made safe enough for the pavement to be opened back up.

placeholder image — Eyesore: The old Rhino building on Bridgegate has been made safe enough for the pavement to be opened back up.

“The building had been left in a poor condition following fire damage, so the Council has stepped in to take action. We're working with the owners of the building to carry out the remainder of the demolition work.

“We’re continuing to take positive steps to improve the town centre and create a place we can all feel proud of.”