Olympic swimming pools funding are cut - pools close

The video discusses the closure of Newcastle City Pool and other public pools across the UK due to budget cuts. It highlights the impact on community gathering points, elite swimmers, and future medal chances. The closures contradict the promised Olympic legacy of increased investment in grassroots sports. The economic downturn has led to fewer public pools, affecting participation in swimming. The Newcastle City Council cannot afford necessary refurbishments, leading to the pool's permanent closure.

What was the primary reason for the closure of Newcastle City swimming pools?

• Renovation plans

• Water contamination

• Budget cuts

• Lack of public interest

How might the closure of swimming pools affect Britain's future in competitive swimming?

• It will increase participation

• It will hinder medal chances

• It will improve performance

• It will have no effect

What has been the trend in the number of public pools in the UK since the Olympic Games?

• Increase in number

• Decrease in number

• Fluctuating numbers

• No change

What was the promise made regarding the Olympic legacy in terms of sports facilities?

• Reduction in sports funding

• Closure of old facilities

• More investment in grassroots sports

• Focus on elite sports only

Why can't participation in swimming increase according to the final section?

• Closure of facilities

• Lack of interest

• Insufficient coaching

• High costs