HMSO Store, Sighthill
Listed building in Edinburgh
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His Majesty's Stationery Office (HMSO) Store, Sighthill is a Category A listed building on the western outskirts of Edinburgh. It is believed to be the first multistorey building in Europe to be constructed with prestressed concrete. It was opened in December 1950 during the reign of King George VI, the building's name was changed to Her Majesty's Stationery Office Store in 1952 with accession of Queen Elizabeth II. Originally the building operated as a warehouse and atelier for HMSO's Scottish operations, but HMSO has ceased to operate the building and it is currently a commercial self-service storage provider.
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