tower , uk 's tallest tower was built almost 50 years ago as block of flats to deal with the housing shortage in 1960s . But it was demolished on Sunday using explosives and was turned into a pile of rubble and dust in thirty seconds . Tower demolished for new development thatwill include a care centre , leisure centre and affordable housing .
Highcourt , Hull 's tallest tower was built almost 50 years ago as block of flats to deal with the housing crisis in 1960s . But it was demolished on Sunday using explosives and was turned into a pile of rubble and dust in eight seconds . Tower demolished for new development thatwill include a care home , shopping centre and affordable housing .