CLOSURE OF PLAYPARKS IN ROCHDALE

That this House considers that play is an integral part of a child's education; recognises that, at a time when there are ever increasing dangers facing children, the provision of safe play areas is more important than ever; is appalled to learn that the Liberal-Tory coalition on Rochdale Council are about to dismantle those safe play areas remaining in Littleborough and Wardle; notes the concerns of parents and children which will be expressed at the full meeting of Rochdale Council on Wednesday 19th July; and joins with them in calling for the Council to reverse this deplorable and misguided policy.