Hyde bus station closed after fire at former Astoria Bingo Hall

Hyde Bus Station remains closed today after a huge fire broke out at the former Astoria Bingo Hall last night.

Fire crews and police were called to the scene at around 8:25pm, tackling the blaze at the building, which has stood empty since 2009.

Greater Manchester Police cordoned off surrounding roads, including parts of Hamnett Street and New Beech Street, as emergency services worked through the night.

The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed, and emergency services remain at the scene..