A 9.5-meter-tall fake shark installed at Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf on Brighton's seafront has sparked a planning dispute. The fibreglass structure, which hangs from a gallows-like structure over one of the pirate-themed mini-golf holes, was installed last August. The company behind the attraction applied for retrospective planning permission after the local council reached out to them, but the installation has drawn criticism from some residents and visitors. Critics argue that the shark unfairly portrays the species as "criminals" and describe the installation as "ugly." One commenter, who submitted their concerns on August 29, said it was "very offensive to have a marine animal being depicted as a criminal having been slaughtered for no reason." They emphasized that sharks are a vital part of marine ecosystems and should be protected to help restore healthy ocean environments. The commenter also stated that it is "completely inappropriate" to have a symbol of "slaughter and destruction" in a children's play area like mini-golf, arguing that children should be taught to protect and preserve nature rather than be exposed to imagery that promotes harm to wildlife. A heritage assessment noted that the shark is "clearly visible" from the beach, as well as from nearby streets like Madeira Drive and Madeira Terrace. However, the assessment also pointed out that the seafront is a popular area for visitors and has a long history of recreational use, including golf. It concluded that the shark installation fits well with the area's existing recreational character and does not detract from the significance of nearby heritage sites, such as the East Cliff Conservation Area. In addition, the installation passed biodiversity checks, which determined that the fibreglass shark, being added to an already developed site, does not pose a significant environmental impact. The Brighton & Hove City Council will make a final decision on the planning application at a later date, considering all the submitted feedback and assessments.