It may have re-opened nine months ago, but today sees the official opening of the Grand Pier in Weston. 

Princess Anne visited the town in two thousand and eight after the pier was destroyed by fire and she'll be back in the town today to carry out the honours at midday.

Conservative Councillor Elfan Ap Rees is the deputy leader of North Somerset Council:

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Pier Square will also be renamed after the Princess Royal during her visit.