HAMPSTEAD HEATH BATHING PONDS

Early day motion 355A1, tabled 10 January 2005 by Mark Field (Conservative). Signed by 6 members.

leave out from "shares" to end and insert "notes that since it assumed responsibility for the heath in 1989 the Corporation of London has spent over ú50 million on the Heath at no cost to Londoners; understands that current health and safety regulations require the presence of lifeguards at the ponds at a cost of ú500,000 per annum; believes that the corporation remains committed to the maintenance of the Heath for the good of all London; and, while all options for the bathing ponds remain under discussion, supports the Corporation in the decision to consult in detail with users over future arrangements".

Signatures by party: Conservative 4, Labour 2.