Angus MacNeil MP took part in a Snookerthon for Sport Relief
Western Isles MP Angus MacNeil has called for people to take regular exercise – after being defeated in a charity snooker match.
Mr MacNeil played off against radio presenter Derek Murray as part of a “Snookerthon” in aid of Sport Relief in Stornoway.
After being defeated the SNP MP met Mike Wade, sport facilities service manager at Lewis’s sport centre.
Mr MacNeil said: “It is well documented that being physically active can help us lead a healthier and happier life.
“Investing in fitness instructors would not only improve our health and well-being, but it would also save NHS budgets. It was very interesting to hear that the cost to the NHS of repairing a hip fracture is the equivalent of hiring a fitness instructor for 9 months.
“It was good to meet with Tony Wade and encouraging to see the many physical activities on offer in our sports facilities.”
MP calls for people to take regular exercise after Sport Relief snooker defeat
