We, the residents of Midlothian and supporters, demand that the wages of the area's sports coaches and instructors are protected in order to preserve the current level of activities for both children and adults in the Midlothian Area. Cuts in this area will greatly affect the health and wellbeing of all age groups, from young children through to the elderly, which is unacceptable considering the rising issues in the population’s health and fitness. With Midlothian class and memberships costs due to rise it is unacceptable to expect the level of service to fall with the cancellation of a large percentage of the current schedule. This petition will be submitted to Midlothian Council on Monday 15th April 2013 at a Special Council Meeting in Council Chambers, Midlothian House, Dalkeith.