In a narrow vote at an emergency meeting on Tuesday night, Sheringham's councillors agreed to no longer support bulldozing the bus stop following nine days of protests that led to stand-offs with bailiffs.

A huge eruption of applause and cheers erupted following the vote, with six members choosing to save the shelter.

Crowds cheer following the decision (Image: Newsquest)

The decision could have huge ramifications for the council, which was warned by Norfolk County Council it may have to cover part of the £500,000 bill for the transport hub scheme if it did not go ahead.

In a letter sent before the meeting began, County Hall officials warned workers will down tools and swathes of land will be left as a construction site if workers cannot demolish the shelter.

The meeting had heard impassioned arguments for and against saving the bus shelter.

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