Health and Safety are investigating the incident on Stratford High Street.
Scaffolding collapses on Stratford High Street
Melissa York, Reporter
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
4:06 PM
Recorder photographer Steve Poston captured the aftermath of a Stratford building site after a section of scaffolding collapsed earlier today.
Scaffolding collapsed around midday on Stratford High Street. Picture: Steve PostonPart of the steel construct tumbled on to the High Street around midday.
It is not known whether anyone was injured.
The Health and Safety Executive say they are aware of the situation and are investigating.
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