Bailout for leisure centre forced to close over energy bill

A troubled swimming pool complex in a Kerry seaside resort is to receive a government bailout.

Mon, 12 Nov, 2012 - 00:00

Donal Hickey

Minister of State for Tourism and Sport Michael Ring has confirmed a grant of almost €164,000 to Ballybunion Health and Leisure Centre.

However, the centre, which closed for a period earlier this year because of difficulties in paying a €14,000 energy bill, is now looking for more support from the community to ensure its survival.

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