Locals attend a public meeting to discuss the fate of Larkhall Leisure Centre

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Over 100 locals attended a meeting to discuss plans for a new, upgraded leisure centre in Larkhall.On Monday (April 24), 145 members of the public and politicians attended a meeting at Larkhall Academy to talk about the future of Larkhall Leisure Centre as the current facility has been deemed ‘not fit for purpose’.All South Lanarkshire Council party leaders attended the event which was set up by Larkhall Community Council, as did local councillors and MSPs.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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