Long-awaited £8m plans to refurbish Tynemouth's outdoor swimming pool are set to be heard by North Tyneside Council.
The plans have generated huge public support with 351 residents on the council's planning portal backing the plans to return the pool to public use and transform the current "eyesore".
One resident wrote: "I have great memories of using the pool as a child and now I think it is time to reopen the pool and add to the amazing opportunities at the beach. Lidos have proved very successful all over Britain as they have reopened or been renovated.
