Okehampton Town Council agreed recently to purchase new netting for the play area in Simmons Park to replace the current net which has become overly-worn.

The council has agreed to hand over nearly £2,000 to cover the cost of the replacement after a long hunt for an appropriate quote due to the negative effects of covid on the construction industry and rising prices.

However, it is possible that the current quote may rise due to the ongoing cost of living crisis.

The council expects health and safety officers to approve the purchase which will allow the council to go ahead with the planned work.