Plans to reopen Weston's Tropicana lay in tatters, after the businessman behind them pulled out.

Richard Nightingale secured exclusivity rights on the site last month, and was planning a revamp including a swimming pool, ice rink and cinema.

But he says he's 'devastated' to have to withdraw, because North Somerset Council has rejected his proposals due to European legislation.

The Council says they are 'very disappointed', but insists it was 'entirely Mr Nightingale's decision'.