Parts of a heritage site in Tanjong Pagar that dates back to Singapore’s colonial era are set to make way for the future Prince Edward MRT station. A knoll that houses the remnants of six Parsi graves will be levelled, along with , likely built in 1956, and part of the Bestway Building, the former Singapore Polytechnic. Some in the heritage community said they were not informed or consulted about the demolition of these places before LTA announced the station last Oct as part of the 4km Circle Line Stage 6. In a joint reply to ST, LTA, URA and NHB said heritage considerations were woven into the design of Prince Edward station. Given the space constraints of the site, many options had been studied, they said, adding that the station’s location was chosen to avoid affecting structures with the most heritage value in the area.... Continue Reading