Beach huts

The previous 10-year leases are being changed to annual licences.

Council planners give the green light to the South Shields development on the seafront.

The cost of renting a beach hut could go up by 3.8%, while car park fees may also rise.

Beach hut owners in Mudeford say they will look at the legality of plans to double their council tax.

Beach hut owners in Mudeford and Hengitsbury Head will pay full council tax on their properties from April.

Operators of Weymouth's pedalos and chalets say the seasonal businesses has become unsustainable.

The cabin's owner says she is delighted after beating entrants from across the UK.