City of York Council’s archaeological team has unearthed evidence of the medieval church on King’s Square.

The discovery was made following works, which started last week, to repaved the square.

The Council say, “It is hoped that the important discovery will not cause any delays to the scheme, as the time taken to carry out the archaeological dig will be added to the existing schedule in March, for the second phase of works”.

The investigations will start next week and, if further evidence is found, could determine if there is a need for the team to carry out any more detailed further excavations.

Last week the Daily Mail led a campaign of criticism of the Council forir approach to conservation in the Shambles area.