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Following the recent fire Wyre Council have confirmed that the structure is be completely demolished.

Following inspections by English Heritage and the Health and Safety Executive and in conjuction with a structural survey report the only course of action is it’s entire removal.

All parties agreed that the pier structure was too unsstable and had been so badly damaged that is simply could not remain in it’s current state. The concrete platform at the very end of the pier is also to be demolished. This work is necessary to enure the safety of the general public in this area.

(Photo Kindly Provided by John Stez)

It is anticipated that the site will be completely cleared within a month.

Garry Payne, Director of Planning and Regeneration for Wyre Borough Council, said: “Regrettably, the demolition of the complete pier structure would now seem the only course of action available.

“The structural report presented to the council was presented with concluded that the remaining elements were in such poor condition that they needed to be removed for safety reasons.”

“Although English Heritage is not statutorily required to comment because the pier is not a listed building, we accepted their invitation to survey the site as the pier is within the newly extended Fleetwood Conservation Area.”

“In addition, the HSE has independently visited the site and requested that access from the beach to any part of the remaining structure is prohibited in the interests of public safety.”

“We have discussed all these opinions with the pier owners and have reached agreement that the site will be cleared as soon as possible.”

Councillor Russell Forsyth, Leader of Wyre Borough Council, said: “Complete demolition of the pier is an outcome very few people would have wanted, but our first priority has always been to ensure the safety of the public.”

“A very difficult decision had to be made. However, it was taken following full and frank discussions with building experts who have all shared the same view.”