Aberdeenshire swimming pool forced to close due to staff suspensions

A popular Aberdeenshire swimming pool was forced to close for three days following the suspension of three of its workers.

An investigation is underway at the Portlethen baths, on the town’s Oak Drive.

It is understood the Aberdeenshire Council employees were suspended because procedures at the 25m pool were not being carried out according to official guidance.

The pool re-opened towards the end of last week.

An Aberdeenshire Council spokeswoman said: “We can’t comment on staffing matters. But we can assure the public that Portlethen pool is operational and encourage anyone with any concerns to contact the council directly”.

Ron Sharp, of the Portlethen community council, said he was “disappointed” to hear of the situation.