The demolition of a disused power station has been delayed because a crane has broken down.

Work on knocking down Broomgrove power station, Hastings, was expected to start today.

But workmen turning up to find a bearing had gone on the crane needed to carry out the work.

A Hastings Council spokeswoman said she expected the crane to be up and running by the end of the week.

In the meantime, workmen would continue clearing rubble from the site.

The power station was hit by fire last year, sparking fears that surrounding residential areas had been contaminated by deadly asbestos.

The council is considering plans to build homes, businesses, community buildings, shops and open spaces on the site.