The Twentieth Century Society has applauded the government’s decision to grant listed status to Arup Associates’ Lloyds Bank regional centre in Bristol, which was built between 1988 and 1991.

Fears for the future of the distinctive crescent-shaped postmodern building were raised after the bank last year announced plans to transfer 2,300 staff to nearby offices, prompting the C20 Society to launch a listing bid.

Last month the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport awarded grade II status to the waterfront building, named Canon’s House, based on the advice of government heritage adviser Historic England.

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