10 Downing Street Response

Following the Petition to Save Kirkham & St Annes Baths signed by 552 protestors and submitted to the Prime Minister Fylde Life have today obtained the official response:

Local authorities are the main providers of sports and recreation facilities in their areas and, as such, they are best placed to make the difficult decisions about what facilities to provide at the expense of the local taxpayer. In doing so, it is critical that local authorities plan strategically for the future, to ensure that all community needs are catered for. This includes undertaking an assessment of existing provision and its ability to meet current and projected demand.

The Government understands that Fylde Borough Council recently decided to close St Annes pool but agreed a package to keep Kirkham Baths open for another year. We would therefore encourage all interested parties to continue to work together to achieve the best possible outcome for the long term future of Kirkham Baths. Ends

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Last Edited: 08/04/2008