Video and pictures show major road in Alfreton town centre closed off due to unsafe building

The A61 at Chesterfield Road is likely to remain shut for the rest of today while a structural assessment of the building takes place, according to traffic alert app Inrix.

A Derbyshire Constabulary spokesperson said: “The road was closed after we received a report that a large amount of debris had fallen from the roof of a nearby building into a car park, very close to the road.

"There were concerns about the stability of the building. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service attended and made the building temporarily safe, whilst the building owners make arrangements for repairs.”

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue have been contacted for comment.

Derbyshire Constabulary tweeted: “The A61 in Alfreton Town Centre at Chesterfield Road is currently closed until further notice. Please find alternative routes if travelling north or south via the A61.”