More than 10,000 people sign a petition to save Ayr Ice Rink as it is hit by spiralling energy bills.
Among those who have signed the petition to save the rink is Katie Macrae.
"When we got the news as parents we were absolutely devastated as we understand the consequences for the children," she added.Image caption,When Fi Lorna, 37, from Glasgow, told her daughters Rebecca and Charlotte Rumsby that the rink could be closing they cried. In a joint statement, they offered a number of suggestions aimed at safeguarding the rink's future, including opening the ice to public skating sessions.
Her father died two years ago due to cancer and although she has not been back to Ayr Ice Rink for a number of years, the news of its potential closing came as a real shock. "Discussions on the future of Ayr ice rink without consultation with its biggest customer would seem unwise."South Ayrshire Council said it has offered to provide full support in preventing the ice rink from closing
"Most recently, we have offered to provide full support through our economy and regeneration team which will include a full review of the ice rink's business plan," a council spokeswoman said.
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