Leisure centres and swimming pools were identified as potential health hazards to the very people who visit them to stay fit.

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Of the 369 UK councils who responded to the poll of 434 surveyed, 346 operated sports facilities such as swimming pools, leisure centres and athletics tracks.

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Withington Leisure Centre is set to close along with pools in Miles Platting, Broadway and Levenshulme.

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