OEC closures a "backward step" - councillor

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The closure of three outdoor pursuits centres here would be a "backwards step".

That's from Rowallane councillor Terry Andrews.

His comments come as the end of a public consultation on axing Killowen, Ardnabannon and Delamont draws closer.

The Education Authority hopes to reduce costs in closing at least four of Northern Ireland's eight centres.

Mr Andrews told Q Radio's Iveren McCallion he doesn't believe the saving will warrant the loss:

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