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The Conservative Group of Dover District Council has called in a decision by the Labour Cabinet to close Tides Leisure Centre in Deal from this April. The call-in process pauses the closure and requires it to be reviewed by the Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee before any action can be taken.

The Conservatives say the closure would cause significant disruption to clubs and users, particularly affecting tennis and gymnastics. They are committed to protecting vital community services and advocating for a more responsible, transparent, and thoughtful plan that minimises impact on residents.

A public meeting will take place on 27th January, where sports clubs, community groups, and other affected users will be invited to speak and share their concerns. The public response to the closure plans has already been significant, with nearly 800 residents signing a petition in just 48 hours calling for them to be reconsidered.

Residents can add their voices to the debate by completing the petition at: https://forms.office.com/e/sD37W9TY6F

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