DESC and DOI to come up with 'regional sports hub' plan

It would incorporate both swimming pools and sports facilities

Two government departments will now draw up a strategy to develop swimming pools and sports facilities for the future on the Isle of Man.

Tynwald today agreed the DESC and DOI should produce a long-term plan for developing 'regional sports hubs' across the Island.

As part of a motion, the court also agreed financial support should continue for the southern swimming pool board until future arrangements are made.

Education, Sport & Culture Minister, Julie Edge, believes a linked-up approach for the future is a good way forward:

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