I was a member of the Barbican using the gym and swimming facilities around 4 to 5 times a week.

It was very convenient for me living in the city centre.

When it closed I did nothing for a while but then my waist started to expand. I spent the summer cycling as an alternative but I really miss the pool.

It makes me sad that it is still there just a few hundred yards away unused. Residents of the city centre have suffered through this fiasco.

Does the council think it has actually saved money through its actions?

It seems too easy for Galloway and Orrel to blame those who opposed this atrocious sell off but can I remind them the opposers are residents of this city and have a right to state their views.

It would have been more cost effective to make some positive investment to keep the place open and attract more visitors.

Our negative council chose the wrong option and it has cost us all dearly.

Updated: 13:01 Tuesday, January 31, 2006