Petition · past parliament
Highlight that Sir Matt Busby Sports Complex is being considered for closure.
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
We would like you to consider alternative options other than closure of the centre.
This bustling centre has become the heart of our community, offering a wide range of amenities including a pool, gym, fitness classes and more. It also serves as a home to numerous clubs like Bellshill Sharks ASC, dance schools, football teams, diving clubs, taekwondo and kendo clubs. It’s where countless individuals learn to swim, a life-saving skill.
The closure of Sir Matt Busby Leisure Centre would have a devastating impact on the well-being, health, and sense of community in our area.
The closure of Sir Matt Busby Leisure Centre would have a devastating impact on the well-being, health, and sense of community in our area.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. Decisions about funding for the the Sir Matt Busby Leisure Centre are a matter for North Lanarkshire Council, not the UK Government or Parliament.
You could raise your issue with a local councillor who represents you. You can find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them here:
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You may also wish to raise this issue with your local MSP who represents you in the Scottish Parliament. You can find out who your local MSP is and how to contact them here: https://www.parliament.scot/msps
You could raise your issue with a local councillor who represents you. You can find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them here:
https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillors
You may also wish to raise this issue with your local MSP who represents you in the Scottish Parliament. You can find out who your local MSP is and how to contact them here: https://www.parliament.scot/msps
Timeline
| 20 Sep 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
27 Sep 2023
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.