Difficult discussions on Exeter's controversial new bus station and leisure centre have begun this afternoon - as councillors seek approval for an increase of nearly eight million pounds in the project's cost. .
The Labour councillors who support the scheme are blaming the steep rise on the economic uncertainty caused by the run-up to Brexit
They say the cost of around 40 million pounds will still be a valuable investment for the city - but their Tory opponents have branded it a vanity project and say the money could be better spent elsewhere.
The city council's special committee set up for the initiative are meeting this afternoon - then the Executive will take up the subject tomorrow with a final decision being made by the full council next Wednesday.
“Disappointment” over North Devon funding settlement
Controversial Exeter road consultation to begin in the New Year
Exeter care agency rated 'inadequate' and in special measures
Raw sewage spews into Plymouth suburb estate and woods
Councillor stands under trees to stop chainsaw massacre
Three years jail for charity box thief
