PORTSMOUTH CROWN COURT

Design and build accessibility upgrades at Portsmouth Crown Court

Project summary

Long-standing client Equans appointed Carman Contracting to enhance accessibility at Portsmouth Crown Court through a design and build contract. The eight-month project included the creation of a fully compliant, accessible toilet and a DDA-compliant custody cell, as well as upgrades to courtroom docks and the installation of new ramps and lift access. Two additional cells were also constructed to expand capacity. All work was carried out outside operating hours, with strict security protocols in place to ensure the safety of the custody area.

Project name

Portsmouth Crown Court

Client name

Equans

Sector

Government

Services provided

Design and build

Scope of works

  • New fully compliant toilet facility

  • Cell modification for DDA compliance

  • Construction of new cells

  • Access to the defendant’s dock

  • Ramps and lift platform for the van dock area

  • Mechanical and electric design and build

Programme duration

8 months

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