Councillors are to be asked to approve a bid by Tayside Contracts for the work which will see new landscaping, lighting, drainage and other improvements to the City Square, Dundee.

Will Dawson, convener of Dundee City Council's city development committee said: "With the massive amount of work going on around the city, particularly at the new Malmaison Hotel and elsewhere on the Waterfront, it is important that other prominent parts of the centre are equally attractive for visitors and local people.

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"City Square has always been a gathering place and with these planned improvements, which will also provide upgraded facilities for market stalls like the successful monthly Farmers' Market, I am sure that it will attract even more people who want to sit, chat and enjoy the atmosphere.

"As well as the environmental improvements the important nature of these works will also safeguard the square for future generations through improved drainage and work on waterproofing the roof of the underground garage."

Other improvements to the square will include new paving, up-rated drainage, water and electrical supply, wall mounted lighting, hard and soft landscaping and the replacement of the Caird Hall steps and ramp.

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