Princes Street in Edinburgh remains closed following a fire at the former Debenhams building last week, with the closure expected to continue into the city’s festival period. Multiple outlets report that the road is kept shut while emergency services and local authorities manage the aftermath and assess impacts on safety and traffic management. The Daily Record says the closure is expected to last until August, while other reports describe the street as closed into the festival season. Authorities indicate they are coordinating with transport partners, including buses and trams, to manage diversions and minimise disruption for commuters and visitors. They also state they are in regular contact with festival and event organisers, aiming to reduce the effect on planned events during peak tourist weeks. The outlets do not provide additional details in the provided summaries about the cause of the blaze or the extent of damage beyond describing it as a major fire.