Fire service says 95% of upper structure is ruined just a day after the launch of a redevelopment competition

Hastings Pier has been almost entirely destroyed by fire the day after architects had been invited to take part in a design competition to redevelop the structure.

The Hastings Pier and White Rock Trust h set up the competition to develop the pier, which had been closed since 2006 on safety grounds.

According to BBC reportthe police have arrested two people for questioning over the fire.

Fire service spokesman Simon Rose said 95% of the upper structure had been destroyed.

Mr Rose said: “It’s a very historic building and landmark for Hastings.”

In July this year the council had agreed to buy the pier, which originally opened in 1872.

Campaigners have been expressing their shock and disappointment on The Battle for Hastings Pier Facebook group, which has over 3,600 followers.

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KB44kLctqQ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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