Former BBC studios where EastEnders was filmed riddled with asbestos

A survey carried out by specialists has found asbestos to be prevalent in several buildings marked for demolition at BBC Elstree Centre (PA)

A crumbling production complex where EastEnders and other iconic BBC TV shows have been filmed has been found to be riddled with asbestos. 

A pre-demolition survey of BBC Elstree Centre — sold to investment giant AXA IM Alts — shows that the substance is present across the buildings. 

Asbestos material was found in studios, a restaurant...