A DEAD seal has been left on a beach for a week, it has been claimed.

Peter Brittain, from Dovercourt, discovered the dead seal amongst the seaweed at Dovercourt Beach last Wednesday.

He reported the seal to Tendring Council, but a week on the deceased seal is still at the beach.

He is now warning dog owners to be vigilant if they go to the beach.

Mr Brittain said: "It’s starting to decompose.

"I’ve still not heard from anyone.

"It’s on left hand side of the Spa Beach Dovercourt."

He believes the seal is a health hazard which needs to be removed.

Tendring Council has been contacted for a comment.