Mayo leisure centre to close next year for refurbishment

A Westport councillor has called for a "transition plan" to be put in place for the local leisure centre, which is due to undergo refurbishment works next year. 
Cllr Peter Flynn told a meeting of Westport-Belmullet Municipal District that a "very significant overhaul" is due to take place on the building next year, which will mean shutting it down for a period.

"We need to know what the transition arrangements will be as it’s a really successful leisure centre and it will be a shame if we don’t have measures in place, and there is a lot of staff there also.” 

Municipal district cathaoirleach Cllr Brendan Mulroy said it was a matter of importance as “we are talking about people’s employment, and many have been employed there a long time". 

"It is really successful and a fantastic amenity," he added.

It was agreed to have the item on the agenda for the next meeting to allow a report from the council be prepared.

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