Helensburgh Leisure Centre is assessing storm damage and working on repairs, with updates to follow for the community.
Live Argyll, which manages the leisure centre, is working with Argyll and Bute Council. They are assessing the damage and figuring out repairs.
The council is coordinating with insurance partners for the repair process. They emphasize the importance of reopening the leisure facilities for community health and well-being.
They aim to minimize disruption and will provide updates to members and the public soon.
Councillor Maurice Corry, a Helensburgh resident, hopes the centre will reopen quickly. He praised the community’s efforts in the cleanup.
The council reported that parts of the roof were severely damaged. Debris was cleared quickly to reopen West Clyde Street for public safety.
The leisure centre and its car park remain closed. The priority is to make the building secure against wind and water.
Further assessments are ongoing to determine the necessary repairs. The council appreciates community support in clearing debris.
Councillor Corry acknowledged the hard work of the officers and contractors involved in the cleanup. He stressed the centre’s value to the community, especially for armed forces and veterans.
Membership direct debits will be frozen while the centre is closed. The community looks forward to the centre reopening soon.
