Feasibility study for swimming pool in this Kildare town welcomed
Local representatives have welcomed the news of a feasibility study for a swimming pool in Leixlip Demesne
A Social Democrats TD for Kildare North has welcomed news that Kildare County Council is commissioning a feasibility study for a swimming pool on the Leixlip Demesne lands, close to both Leixlip and Celbridge.
Deputy Aidan Farrelly said: “This is something that locals have been calling for over many years. It is truly astonishing that the north of the county, with such a large population, has gone for so long without a swimming pool.
“I pay tribute to our Leixlip Social Democrats councillor Nuala Killeen for responding to this need by organising for a pop-up pool in the town for six months in 2023.
“I note the remarks of Sonya Kavanagh, Kildare County Council’s CEO, that Kildare is one of the fastest growing counties in Ireland and that the council is committed to ensuring that the provision of community, social and recreational infrastructure keeps pace with demographic demands.
“I also welcome Intel’s generous contribution of €1 million towards the project, although I’m sure the final cost will be considerably more – and I will be pushing the government to match Kildare’s ambition to deliver a public swimming pool, as well as many other badly needed amenities.”
Councillor Nuala Killeen (SD) also welcomed the announcement, stating: “The commissioning of this feasibility study marks a really important step forward for a pool in Leixlip.
“The success of the pop-up pool in Leixlip provided clear, measurable evidence of strong local demand and highlighted the urgent need for a permanent, accessible public swimming facility.
“That initiative showed what is possible and helped build a compelling case for investment. I welcome this progress and look forward to working with all stakeholders to see this project delivered for my community.”
Celbridge area county councillor Claire O’Rourke (SD) also welcomed the announcement.
She said: “We have long called for the provision of a swimming pool for north Kildare.
“I look forward to supporting the progress of this process and the delivery of a wonderful new pool for the Leixlip/Celbridge area.”
Meanwhile, Cathaoirleach of Celbridge-Leixlip Municipal District, Councillor Rupert Heather (LAB), also welcoming the announcement, stated: “Elected members across all parties have long called for the provision of a swimming pool for this part of Kildare. I speak for all when I say we look forward to supporting the progression of this process and to the delivery of what would be a massively beneficial project for the wellbeing of the people of Kildare”.