Yesterday we saw a very welcome announcement from Swindon Borough Council as they seek to secure the future of the Oasis.
As I have previously written, most people in Swindon have a cherished memory of the Oasis. It is an iconic, much loved, well used and integral part of Swindon’s heritage and leisure provision.
I want to pay tribute to all of the residents and the Save Oasis campaign group who have made it crystal clear how important the Oasis is. As a local resident, the former Lead Member for Leisure, Recreation and Culture on Swindon Borough Council and having served as the Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Sport and Leisure; I absolutely share the passion to save the Oasis – closure would be unacceptable.