North Ayrshire Council is investigating safety and accessibility concerns raised by parents about the new Sea Monster play park at Irvine Harbourside.
The issues were highlighted by Cllr Chloe Robertson at Wednesday's meeting of Irvine Community Council. She said the council had received a number of enquiries about the park, with parents of children who have support needs concerned about its proximity to the road and to the lake.
Fencing and Wheelchair Access Under Review
Robertson said the matter had been raised with the Ayrshire Growth Deal team and a representative of ASN (Additional Support Needs) Ayrshire, and that talks were under way with the designers about installing a new fence.
She also noted that the swings were not accessible for wheelchair users, an issue that was not contained within the plans and had been raised by parents. The designers are expected to respond on whether this can be addressed without ruining the aesthetic of the park.
Next Steps
Robertson confirmed that another meeting would be held to go over the options, adding that the project is funded through the Ayrshire Growth Deal, so there are no council funding issues. Acting chair David Phillips said developments in Irvine Harbour are a good thing as they are bringing investment into the town.
