‘Loos change’ appeal needs help
Businesses in Brodick have been urged to get behind a ‘loos change’ appeal to help support the re-opened public toilets.
Brodick Improvements Committee, which has taken over the running of the public toilet facilities at Brodick beach, is appealing to the community to help contribute to their upkeep.
Businesses in Brodick have been approached for a monthly contribution for the maintenance and modernisation of the facilities, which include improved lighting and the addition of hand driers. The committee, which negotiated with North Ayrshire Council to take over the running of the toilets, temporarily managed to re-open them just in time for the Brodick Highland Games, one of the busiest days of the year.
It is now finalising the details of a community asset transfer of the facilities, which should come
with a small grant, but they hope that, with the help of contributions from local organisations, they will be able to keep the loos open from 7am to dusk all year round. Businesses can set up a standing order at the Bank of Scotland using the ‘loos change’ account.
In a letter to businesses, chairman Harry Davidson said: ‘We have carried out some initial work to have them operational and plan additional hand driers and improved lighting to bring them up a standard expected from today’s tourists and residents. This will be a great benefit to the villag- ers and tourists alike who will be pleased to see this important amenity available again. Obviously the costs of keeping the toilets in good condition will be considerable. We ask for your support at whatever level you feel is appropriate for your business.’
He added: ‘Members of the committee hope you can support this venture, which we undertake in addition to our efforts to restore sand on Brodick beach and also the maintenance of the slipway to encourage and accommodate our sailing visitors. We hope you can support our efforts for this project.’
VisitArran chief executive Sheila Gilmore said: ‘Brodick Improvements Committee has been working hard to establish the re-opening of Brodick public toilets and they are to be commended for doing so. However, this is where the hard work begins. I’m sure that all VisitArran’s Brodick businesses will be as supportive as possible.’
Businesses who wish to contribute can contact chairman Harry Davidson on captainh@tiscali.co.uk and secretary Bill Calderwood on bic.contactus@btinternet.com to arrange for a standing order form or bank details for donations.