Plans to redevelop Tynemouth's outdoor pool have been dealt a blow by council officers - but a campaign group are determined to see it through.
North Tyneside Council planning officers have recommended to councillors they reject plans to restore Tynemouth outdoor pool to its former glory. Despite officers being in favour of the principle of the pool, and its health and economic benefits, they have identified several concerns.
Temporary units, including food and drink kiosks and changing facilities, were proposed to help generate cash for the pool as part of the first phase of redevelopment and would be in place for a maximum of five years. However, council officers believe five years is a "considerable" amount of time and doubt the units could be removed after the five-year plan, posing harm to the iconic development.
