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10th August 2015
12:55pm BST

The Mail On Sunday reports that documents submitted to Hertsmere Borough Council last month show the BBC want create a new Albert Square in order to "achieve a quality and character of finish to accommodate high-definition technology film recording".
The documents also that the "BBC's current intention is that following completion, the existing EastEnders set will be demolished."
The work on the set is expected to be completed in 2018.
EastEnders executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins said: "This is a really exciting project and firmly demonstrates the BBC's commitment to the future of EastEnders.
"We have ambitious plans for the show and the new exterior set will help bring those to life and better reflect the East End of London on screen for audiences."
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