Charlotte speaks out on future of Robin Cousins Centre  

Charlotte has expressed her disappointment after it was revealed a former sports centre in Shirehampton could be turned into warehouses if planners grant a go-ahead. In December 2005, the Robin Cousins Centre closed as part of council cut backs. Since then, despite numerous attempts to bring it back into community use, it has lain empty, leaving residents angry and devastated. There are now plans ot turn the site into a warehouse  and offices. Charlotte said: “After the council closed our much-loved Robin Cousins Centre, we have campaigned for years for it to be re-opened for local people. This area has lost so many community amenities, including its local swimming pool. “The building has already been vacant far too long, and this should have been resolved a long time ago. But it will be a devastating blow if after all the campaigning for much-needed community facilities to...