A decision is expected to be made today on controversial plans to re-build sports facilities.

Over 1,000 people have objected to proposals for Pool and Track in Chingford Road, Walthamstow, claiming the new facility will limit opportunities in certain sports.

Grenwich Leisure Ltd (GLL), which drew up plans for Waltham Forest council, have not replaced a high diving board, a strength and conditioning room and a dive pit.

Instead, spa facilities and an extreme sports area have been added  to the facility which are expected to cost £23m.

Athletes, parents and campaigners labelled plans a "disgrace" and a "missed opportunity".

Many, including some of the borough’s PE teachers, said they were angry they were not consulted.

GLL has claimed it does not have the budget to include some facilities.

The first plans were rejected in September by the council’s planning committee due to the loss of facilities.

Amended plans will be considered this evening.