We recently were asked to desist from reporting local campaigners' fears that the Hampstead Ponds were 'under threat'. The corporation have assured readers that closure of the ponds is not an option that exists. The local paper though has run an article this week that sets out the possible reasons for some local concerns.

"Cash-strapped Heath bosses have asked the public to dip into their pockets to help pay for the running of Hampstead Heath. But why is a multimillion pound corporation in need of financial help? Marc Mullen investigates..."

(Via Ham and High Express A 16-year reign that has bled coffers dry: .)

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| Hampstead Heath | 15 February 2006; 10:59:49 PM |# | | Discuss |

"TOWN Hall bosses have been accused of desperation after they came up with last-ditch plans to save Kentish Town baths. After months of protest by campaigners determined to save the historic pools in Prince of Wales Road, the council is today expected to p"

(Via Ham and High Express Labour performs a backflip over swimming baths: .)

Here is the most recent council report on the building

Here is the draft floor plan to accompany schemes under consideration

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| Kentish Town Baths | 15 February 2006; 10:42:44 PM |# | | Discuss |

"DEVELOPERS bidding to revamp Euston station have plans to put in a swimming pool to make up for the possible closure of Kentish Town swimming baths."

(Via Ham and High Express Take a swim at new-look Euston: .)

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| Kentish Town Baths | 15 February 2006; 10:42:24 PM |# | | Discuss |