Council responds after Galleon Leisure Centre pool closure

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EAST Ayrshire Council has released a statement after the Galleon Leisure Centre was forced to close one of its pools.

The leisure complex announced on Wednesday, April 15, that it would be closing its small pool and chute.

The local authority has now revealed that a child sustained a "small cut to their foot".

An East Ayrshire Council spokesperson said: "We can confirm that a brief closure took place at the Galleon Centre after a child sustained a small cut to their foot within the pool area.

"The child was treated at the time and appropriate checks were carried out immediately.

"The small pool has since reopened to the public, and the slide will reopen shortly once final safety checks have been completed.

"The safety of our customers is our top priority and we thank visitors for their patience."

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