Hi all,
There has been major development as of this morning!!! This is from our Facebook page..
"Hi all, we have received the following statement regarding the ice rink from Capital & Regional:
'Capital & Regional can confirm it is currently exploring whether the ice rink at Jarman Fields can be retained and has entered talks with Planet Ice, the current operator. These discussions have been facilitated by Dacorum Borough Council Leader Andrew Williams who has been closely involved with the development plans for Leisure World and is committed to the modernisation and success of the complex.
A spokesperson said:...
“There can be no guarantees and we must carefully explore whether the ice rink can be a sustainable part of the development moving forward. However, it is hoped that we can reach an agreement which will secure the future of the ice rink. In the short-term, the rink will remain open and we will make a further statement on longer-term plans as soon as we can."'
My understanding is that this statement has also been forwarded to the local press."
It's a little victory but it means we have a bit more time and that we managed to bring all involved parties back to the discussing table, we've met some great support from unexpected sides and all in all still working hard towards keeping Hemel Hempstead Ice Rink open..
https://www.facebook.com/groups/216105301846921/ Great thanks to you all for support and signing our petition.
Santa