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Kier<\/a> has commenced work on the construction of the new \u00a315m leisure centre which will improve the leisure offer for the residents in the Spen Valley<\/h2>\n

The Spen Valley Leisure Centre<\/a> aims to be inclusive for all members of the community including facilities for people with disabilities, design which is dementia friendly and a caf\u00e9 where groups using the whole Princess Mary Activity Complex can meet and socialise.<\/p>\n

The Spen Valley Leisure Centre facility will include an 8 lane, 25-metre main pool, an activity pool 20m x 10m with moveable floor, spectator seating in the pool areas, large fitness suite, two fitness studios with flexibility for other use and a cycling studio.<\/p>\n

There will also be two changing villages which will include family cubicles, baby change and large team changing areas.<\/p>\n

Kier is currently on site delivering a \u00a342m school and leisure development in Ponteland which includes a six-lane 25m swimming pool, a gym, climbing wall and soft play zone.<\/p>\n

Safety during Covid-19<\/h3>\n

To safeguard employees and the local community, Kier will be adhering to the Construction Leadership Council\u2019s Site Operating Procedures<\/a> which is based on the guidance issued by Public Health England<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A sustainable economy<\/h3>\n

Leader of the Council, councillor Shabir Pandor, said: \u201cI\u2019m really pleased to see the start of work on this major capital development project for the people of North Kirklees.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are committed to supporting people to be healthy and live independently in their communities for as long as possible.<\/p>\n

“The leisure centre will become a major asset for the local community, attracting more visitors into Kirklees and will help to create a sustainable economy. I look forward to seeing the developments on site as Kier begin the construction phase.\u201d<\/p>\n

Phil McDowell, regional director Northern at Kier Regional Building, added: \u201cWe are thrilled to be working with Kirklees Council to deliver Spen Valley Leisure Centre.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe commencement of works on site is a major milestone and we look forward to creating a new all-purpose facility, which will bring swimming and fitness under one roof.<\/p>\n

“We have a wealth of experience in delivering leisure centres across the country and I\u2019m looking forward to seeing the development of this facility as it progresses on site.\u201d<\/p>\n

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