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21/08/2018
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Unique Swimming Pool Lifts Installed In Number Of NI Pools
A unique swimming pool lift which replaces pool hoists has been rolled out in a number of leisure centres across Northern Ireland.
Pool Pods are a platform lift that were developed for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. With investment from the Department for Communities these pool pods are transforming pool access for those with a disability, impaired vision, restricted mobility and pregnant women
Fergus Devitt, Director of Active Communities at the Department for Communities, said: "I am delighted that the Department has been able to commit significant funding to provide pool pods at District Council Disability Sports Hubs across Northern Ireland. Opening up access to swimming pools for people who would otherwise not be able to use these facilities is a practical outworking of our commitment to the Active Living: No Limits Action Plan and to the promotion of opportunities for participation in physical activity and sport amongst people with mobility issues."
The facilities to secure pool pods are Bangor Aurora Complex, Lakeland Forum, Omagh Leisure Centre, Newry Leisure Centre and Foyle Arena.
IFA Urged To Cancel Soccer Friendly Against Israel
The Irish Football Association has been urged to cancel an upcoming international soccer friendly with Israel.
Making the call, Sinn Féin Culture Arts and Sport spokesperson Sinéad Ennis MLA, said: "I am reiterating calls for the IFA to reconsider an international friendly planned for Tuesday 11 September with Israel at Windsor Park.
"Over recent months we have seen the slaughter of more than 160 Palestinians - men, women and children - by Israeli forces.
"Since June, there have been significant steps forward in the campaign against Israeli military aggression with Argentina cancelling a planned pre-World Cup friendly and the loss of major sponsorship deals of the Israeli soccer team.
"Sinn Féin continue to support the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaign against Israel under which cultural, academic and sporting links fall.
"Therefore, I am once again calling on the IFA to cancel this match and send out a strong signal that the slaughter of Palestinians in Gaza, breach of international and human rights abuse won't be tolerated."
Cyclist Involved In Antrim Road Collision
A section of the Antrim Road in Belfast remains closed following a collision involving a cyclist and vehicle.
An Emergency Ambulance crew are at the scene of a road traffic collision following a 999 report of a collision involving a cyclist near the Iceland supermarket on the Antrim Road.
The incident is ongoing and updates will follow.
A unique swimming pool lift which replaces pool hoists has been rolled out in a number of leisure centres across Northern Ireland.
Pool Pods are a platform lift that were developed for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. With investment from the Department for Communities these pool pods are transforming pool access for those with a disability, impaired vision, restricted mobility and pregnant women
Fergus Devitt, Director of Active Communities at the Department for Communities, said: "I am delighted that the Department has been able to commit significant funding to provide pool pods at District Council Disability Sports Hubs across Northern Ireland. Opening up access to swimming pools for people who would otherwise not be able to use these facilities is a practical outworking of our commitment to the Active Living: No Limits Action Plan and to the promotion of opportunities for participation in physical activity and sport amongst people with mobility issues."
The facilities to secure pool pods are Bangor Aurora Complex, Lakeland Forum, Omagh Leisure Centre, Newry Leisure Centre and Foyle Arena.
IFA Urged To Cancel Soccer Friendly Against Israel
The Irish Football Association has been urged to cancel an upcoming international soccer friendly with Israel.
Making the call, Sinn Féin Culture Arts and Sport spokesperson Sinéad Ennis MLA, said: "I am reiterating calls for the IFA to reconsider an international friendly planned for Tuesday 11 September with Israel at Windsor Park.
"Over recent months we have seen the slaughter of more than 160 Palestinians - men, women and children - by Israeli forces.
"Since June, there have been significant steps forward in the campaign against Israeli military aggression with Argentina cancelling a planned pre-World Cup friendly and the loss of major sponsorship deals of the Israeli soccer team.
"Sinn Féin continue to support the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaign against Israel under which cultural, academic and sporting links fall.
"Therefore, I am once again calling on the IFA to cancel this match and send out a strong signal that the slaughter of Palestinians in Gaza, breach of international and human rights abuse won't be tolerated."
Cyclist Involved In Antrim Road Collision
A section of the Antrim Road in Belfast remains closed following a collision involving a cyclist and vehicle.
An Emergency Ambulance crew are at the scene of a road traffic collision following a 999 report of a collision involving a cyclist near the Iceland supermarket on the Antrim Road.
The incident is ongoing and updates will follow.
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22 August 2019
Kids Can Swim For £1 Across Belfast
Kids can swim for just £1 in leisure centres across Belfast for the next ten days as the council launches a new Aquatics Strategy. A range of ambitious targets for increased swimming participation over the next decade were announced at Olympia Leisure Centre on Wednesday.
Kids Can Swim For £1 Across Belfast
Kids can swim for just £1 in leisure centres across Belfast for the next ten days as the council launches a new Aquatics Strategy. A range of ambitious targets for increased swimming participation over the next decade were announced at Olympia Leisure Centre on Wednesday.
03 December 2020
£25M Sports Sustainability Fund To Open
A £25M Sports Sustainability Fund, to help those clubs and governing bodies who have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, will open for applications tomorrow, Communities Minister Carál Ní Chuilín has announced.
£25M Sports Sustainability Fund To Open
A £25M Sports Sustainability Fund, to help those clubs and governing bodies who have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, will open for applications tomorrow, Communities Minister Carál Ní Chuilín has announced.
19 January 2017
Building Work To Start On New Leisure Centre In Co Down
Construction work is to start to develop a new leisure facility in Newtownards, Co Down. The building will located on the site of the Dairy Hall playing fields. The work is due to begin in February and is expected to be completed by the end of 2018. The existing leisure centre at William Street will remain in use until the new facility is ready.
Building Work To Start On New Leisure Centre In Co Down
Construction work is to start to develop a new leisure facility in Newtownards, Co Down. The building will located on the site of the Dairy Hall playing fields. The work is due to begin in February and is expected to be completed by the end of 2018. The existing leisure centre at William Street will remain in use until the new facility is ready.
18 December 2009
Minister McCausland Visits Pool Site
Northern Ireland Sports Minister Nelson McCausland (pictured) has visited the site for a 50-metre swimming pool, which will be built in Bangor by North Down Borough Council.
Minister McCausland Visits Pool Site
Northern Ireland Sports Minister Nelson McCausland (pictured) has visited the site for a 50-metre swimming pool, which will be built in Bangor by North Down Borough Council.
04 September 2009
£15m Olympic Pool For Bangor Confirmed
Northern Ireland's first Olympic sized swimming pool is to be built in Bangor, Co Down, it has been confirmed. Stormont Sports Minister Nelson McCausland (pictured) said approval has now been given for the full business case for the 50 metre pool, which will be built by North Down Borough Council.
£15m Olympic Pool For Bangor Confirmed
Northern Ireland's first Olympic sized swimming pool is to be built in Bangor, Co Down, it has been confirmed. Stormont Sports Minister Nelson McCausland (pictured) said approval has now been given for the full business case for the 50 metre pool, which will be built by North Down Borough Council.
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