Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre

Cllr Bruce said: "A preliminary and incomplete version of a Cabinet report on the redevelopment of Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre was published in error on the Council’s website. We took it down to develop it into a comprehensive and fully-developed report to go to October’s Cabinet meeting. 

“The report has understandably raised concerns and I want to assure our community that the Council remains fully committed to having a leisure centre on the current site. 

“It also referenced funding to address health and safety issues at the current centre. To be clear, there are no current safety risks for centre users. This funding is intended to address matters such as roof repairs in the gym, sports hall, reception and pool hall, and access improvements, such as repairs to the turnstile gate. These matters are primarily age-related, and are being managed to ensure the centre remains safe for all and to prevent current issues from getting worse.

“Any future decisions about the Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre will be based on a thorough and transparent process, with a major emphasis on community engagement to shape proposals. The feasibility study referenced in the report is about ensuring that future development is informed by a detailed analysis of the borough’s leisure needs, with full input from the community, centre users and all relevant stakeholders. 

 “Our goal is to provide modern, high-quality leisure facilities that meet the needs of Brentford residents now and into the future. We believe in a collaborative approach and will ensure that all voices are heard as we work towards a solution that best serves the community.”