In a social media post, Cllr Roberts said: "You were lied to about the baths. He said that when Kirkham Baths closed in December 2021, residents had been told the closure was temporary and claimed a similar situation was now unfolding at St Annes Pool. Referring to the recent announcement that St Annes Pool will remain closed for an extended period, he added: "No reopening date. The exchange prompted dozens of comments from residents, many expressing concern about the availability of public swimming facilities across Fylde. One resident said they were becoming "exasperated" by the lack of provision, pointing out that both Kirkham Baths and St Annes Pool were closed long-term.