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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Catmose Sports Centre is set to close after a full council vote tonight. The decision comes after a heated debate on the funding of the centre, which was not included in the initial 2024-2025 budget.

Catmose Sports Centre is set to close after a full council vote tonight. The decision comes after a heated debate on the funding of the centre, which was not included in the initial 2024-2025 budget.

Earlier this week, the council's Lib Dem cabinet proposed to axe two new proposed council officer positions and divert those funds to keep Catmose Sports Centre running. However, this recommendation was voted down by the full council this evening, with a final vote of 6 for, 16 against, and 3 abstentions.

The council meeting was reportedly emotional, with members of the public gallery expressing their disappointment about the potential closure.