I agree with the letter concerning public swimming.

I attend Daisyfield pools in Blackburn and, due to timetable changes and reduced opening times at Shadsworth leisure centre due to funding cuts, there are crowded conditions at the lengths-only session at 12-1.15 pm.

The pool is now closed from 1.15 to 3pm. This is a public facility and should be run for the benefit and pleasure of the public.

N Preston (Mr), Carrington Avenue, Blackburn.