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Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Ann Cryer (Labour). It was answered on Monday, 18 January 2010 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Topical Questions

Question
Is my hon. Friend aware that last summer Conservative-controlled Bradford city council excluded the wonderful Ilkley lido in my constituency from the free swimming initiative for young people and pensioners? Is he also aware that many of my constituents, having travelled from Keighley, were very disappointed to find that the lido was quite expensive?
Answer

I am concerned that the council in question signed up to that initiative for the over-60s and under-16s but excluded Ilkley. That was a big mistake, and the council should look at its swimming pool strategy. I shall work with my hon. Friend to ensure that we try to put the situation right.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
504 c17 
Session
2009-10
Oral question type
Supplementary
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Concessions Swimming Bradford Clothing Islam
Link
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