
Plans to demolish Beatle Ringo Starr's birthplace have been approved by Liverpool City Council, despite opposition from a government minister.
Nine Madryn Street, Toxteth, where the drummer lived until he was four, is among 271 homes which are due to be cleared under regeneration plans.
Housing Minister Grant Shapps had asked for alternative plans to be considered to renovate the homes.
The communities secretary still needs to approve the plans before demolition.
Eric Pickles is considering a request by campaigners for a full environmental assessment before the area is razed.
In my opinion some followers will start chiselling out bricks from Ringo Starr's former home before it is demolished.



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