Plans to demolish a former village hotel in Lhanbyde have been deferred by Moray Council.

Planning officers had recommended approving an application to level the Tennant Arms Hotel and replace it with a shop unit.

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However, over 100 local residents objected to the proposals, claiming the building was an important local landmark.

Councillors have now agreed to defer consideration of the planning application to a hearing, at which the applicant and objectors will have the opportunity to state their cases.

(LM)