Dartford: Theatre suspends shows amid unsafe RAAC concrete

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Dartford: Theatre suspends shows amid unsafe RAAC concrete
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The Orchard Theatre in Dartford used autoclaved aerated concrete during construction in 1983.

By Christian FullerA theatre in Kent has suspended all performances with immediate effect due to fears over dangerous concrete.Dartford Borough Council leader Jeremy Kite said the safety of audiences, staff and artists was its priority.all schools with RAAC without safety measures in place would have to close or partially closeA statement released by the council and Trafalgar Theatres said the theatre was one of thousands of public buildings to use RAAC during construction.

But a routine inspection on Monday resulted in the consultant recommending to close until further surveys could be carried out and a solution identified.

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