PLANS to demolish an early 20th Century shelter on Hartlepool Headland will be discussed by councillors today.

The shelter is located on the promenade, beside Albion Terrace and was built to provide a viewing area for visitors to the beach.

A structural survey has been carried out at the site, which found that the overall condition was poor and the reinforcement had suffered significant damage from chloride attack.

A replacement structure and stepped access are planned for the same site.

The plans have been given the backing of English Heritage, which said: "The shelter and steps are of limited architectural quality and do not justify the expense to fully repair them."

However, one objector to the plan said he believed the Headland was being destroyed to make way for modern arrangements.

Members of Hartlepool Borough Council's planning and licensing panel are being asked to refer the decision to the Department of Transport, Local Government and the Regions.