Iconic Victorian pier in UK’s ‘sunniest’ seaside town could be forced to SHUT as owner collapses into liquidation

AN iconic UK pier could be forced to close after its owner collapsed into liquidation. The future of historic landmark, which dates back to 1866, remains uncertain. Lions Pier Limited, which operates Eastbourne Pier, was issued a compulsory winding-up order last month. Local hotelier Abid Gulzar, who is listed as the firm's sole director on...