Plans for the £1.9bn Smithfield Birmingham project have been approved

There were also concerns about the size of Manor Square and its ability to be used for future events such as Birmingham Pride.

Historic England initially objected to the scheme, claiming it would damage the way the city looked and disturb the medieval remains.

The proposal has been updated to address the objection from Historic England and to respond to changes as a result of the Building Safety Act, Lendlease said.

While Rhiannon Hill, a council planning officer, told Thursday’s meeting that Birmingham Pride had withdrawn its objection to the proposal.

She said following discussions with Lendlease they were satisfied the short-term future of the event was secure and the developer would work with them to host the event where possible throughout the development of the scheme.