THAT

(i)                 the LEA swimming pool not be reopened;

(ii)               alternative provision from September 2008 be offered at Hereford Leisure Pool and that this provision by HALO be monitored to ensure that the needs of schools and other users continue to be met;

(iii)             close collaboration and partnership working be undertaken between the Council and HALO with schools, clubs and other users of the LEA pool to ensure that a viable and efficient service is provided;

(iv)             the local community to submit a feasibility/business case to cover several years on the viability of the use of the LEA pool; and

(v)               a report be brought back to Cabinet by Easter 2009 at the latest outlining the outcome of the process.