We have to be realistic. We don't have to restore it to the 1920s design, we have to preserve the land for public use.

It's in our interests to incorporate elements of the old West Pier, whether it's artefacts, or reflected in the architecture.

In the interests ...

No-one wants the pier demolished because they don't want to cover the cost.

Removing the pier would cost millions and the trust hasn't got millions.

If there was a demolition order the trust would have to be wound up - so who would take it on then?

Having the collapse last week has certainly weakened the structure.

We do expect further collapses but the level of engineering is such that you can never know. It has already lasted so long.

There have been a few collapses already in the past few weeks due to the stormy weather but they might not have been seen by people unless they were familiar with the structure. Obviously this one is more noticeable and it is a great shame.

It is an unmaintained ruin ...