Renewed calls for Alderney to have a swimming pool and sports hall to improve facilities for children

There are renewed calls for Alderney to have a swimming pool and sports hall to help improve facilities for children.

There are plans for the pool to replace the current outdoor facility at St Anne’s School. Last year, campaigners had hoped to see the project completed by 2021. Construction was delayed three years ago when the project ran out of money.

The Alderney Sports Foundation (ASF) is establishing a five year Action Plan for children and young people. 'Giving Alderney a Sporting Chance' is a collaboration with ASF, St Anne's School and the Guernsey Sports Commission.

The head of the Foundation says political will and coordination is needed to get the facilities built.

Mr Brazier says the Foundation's partnership with St Anne's School and the Guernsey Sports Commission is helping the island move towards a sustainable platform of sport provision for young people.

The aims of the 'Giving Alderney a Sporting Chance' action plan are similar to those set up by the Guernsey Sports Commission in 2019

For the headteacher of St Anne's School, he says the priority now needs to be having an indoor swimming pool and sports hall for everyone to access.

As well as bringing those facilities to the island the plan is also set on developing coaching as well as trying to attract more funding for sport.