Its certainly not in the same classification as the Grand or the Metropole-they truly are "iconic" and I would agree need to be preserved- The Royal Albion not so much
Lets try to get back on topic......
one further thing I would say is that it looked bloody awful before the fire, the mismatched part (the unburnt bit) didnt blend with the rest anyway,was covered in rust streaks, looked out of place so those crying to save the regency splendorous hotel- it...
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Apparently demolition has been delayed because heritage groups have complained. (Argus)
My guess of what will happen is that this will now be a derelict site for years, as well meaning heritage groups constantly complain about whatever anyone suggests gets...