§ Mr. Fittasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he is aware of the need for social amenities in the deprived areas of West Belfast; and if he has given permission for the completion of the Whiterock leisure centre.
§ Mr. MoyleMy right hon. Friend is aware of the need for social amenities in West Belfast. To meet this need, a number of major projects are at various stages of planning by the Belfast City Council. These projects include community centres at Lenadoon and Divis Flats; changing accommodation at the swimming pool and a pavilion in Falls Park; a new bowls pavilion at Woodvale Park; and other recreational facilities at Glen Road and Suffolk. I am advised that it is the Belfast City Council's present intention to defer the Whiterock leisure centre but to proceed with those at Andersonstown and in the Shankill, both of which are situated in West Belfast.