Experts urged Castle Point Council in vain to shut Waterside Pool 18 months before work began ago to tackle dangerous asbestos, it was claimed today.
Asbestos Consultancy Environment wrote to the council in April 2002 saying: "It is recommended the swimming pool be closed to the public and staff as soon as possible."
However, the pool was not closed. The asbestos work did not start until 18 months later, last October. There is an internal inquiry going on.
Published Thursday January 22, 2004
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