Clwyd West MS Darren Millar has welcomed news that a contractor has been found to install anti-slip coating to four paddling pools in Conwy.

Conwy County Borough Council had previously announced that the paddling pools in Rhos on Sea, Craig-y-Don( Llandudno ), Penmaenmawr and Llanfairfechan would not be filled this year as they were unable to find anyone to carry out the work.

The news caused public outcry, with residents angry that these free, fun facilities would not be available to families this summer.

Darren disputed the council’s claims that there is only one UK provider and installer of the anti-slip coating and urged the council “to get its act together” to ensure that the popular coastal paddling pools are reopened as soon as possible.

He is therefore pleased to have received correspondence from the council today confirming that a contractor to install the coating to the pools has now been secured and that the works will be completed “as swiftly as possible”.

Welcoming the news he said:

“I am delighted that a new contractor has been found and that the Council have requested that the works are carried out as soon as possible.

“People were outraged when they were told that these popular paddling pools would not be reopened this summer, so I am pleased that the Council have listened to our calls and managed to find a contractor to carry out the works and that families will be able to enjoy these free facilities once again this year.”

Rhos on Sea Cllr Jo Nutall added:

“This is fantastic news. Keeping these paddling pools closed this summer would have been devastating for the great many families who use them.

“It is incredible what the council can do when put under pressure. I hope the works are carried out quickly as promised and I look forward to a date being given for their reopening.”