Positive response to need for new Mayo swimming pool

THE need for a swimming pool in Ballinrobe has received a positive response from council management.

Local Councillor Michael Burke, on his social media, expressed his delight at receiving an email from director of services at Mayo County Council, Tom Gilligan, giving his support for the development of a swimming pool in Ballinrobe town.

Said Councillor Burke: “This is a service so badly needed in Ballinrobe and south Mayo and I have been raising it for many years.

“This is the first time I have seen a positive response to the need for a swimming pool in Ballinrobe from Mayo County Council senior staff. This is as a result of people’s needs being expressed in the Community Futures project.”

He added: “This is very early days in what will be a long long process but it’s great to see first steps being taken.”