Wolverhampton Central Police Station has not been updated since it was opened by Princess Diana on 31st July 1992.
It requires substantial work including replacing windows, installing a new heating/cooling system, repairing leaks and damp, creating new victim care rooms, insulating the building, installing solar panels and LED lighting to reduce energy and more.
Safety and security systems will be upgraded while an employee café will be built on site and managed by a local non-profit organisation.
Henry Brothers is expected to take 16 months to complete the renovation on the Bilston Street site, with the station will remain open to the public throughout.
West Midlands Police chief constable Craig Guildford, said: “These essential works represent a major investment in policing in Wolverhampton and this iconic building. Every penny will be spent wisely, with local businesses and local people benefitting from this injection of cash into the local economy.
“Policing has changed considerably since the station opened 33 years ago, especially our focus on victims – which is more important now than ever. The work which is under way includes improvements to victim care facilities as well as staff areas.”
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