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Knowsley Borough Council and Prescot Town Council have joined forces to protect the Prescot Leisure Centre site and new sports pitches.

Around £500,000 has been spent on the new pitches at Prescot Leisure Centre, in Warrington Road.

They are now protected by extra security fencing and a 24 hour monitored, state of the art CCTV installation.

While the pitches were under construction, police and warden patrols were increased around the leisure centre and youth workers laid on extra activities to engage local youngsters.

Mayor of Prescot Cllr Mike Wynn, said: “It is essential we protect these valuable resources to make sure they remain accessible and available for the community.

“Along with Knowsley Council, we have made a substantial investment to provide excellent facilities in this area and also to make sure they stay that way.”

Cllr Eddie Connor, Cabinet Member for Leisure, Community and Culture, added “I am delighted that this substantial investment is to be properly protected.

“As a council we recognise the importance of providing excellent sporting facilities and protecting them and the community from anti social behaviour.”

For more details on how to book the pitches contact Scotchbarn Leisure Centre on 0151 443 4643.

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