Plans for a new multi-million pound swimming pool and fitness complex in the centre of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, have been unveiled by the local authority.

The scheme, which is expected to cost at least £10m and will be situated on the site of the former Sun Lane baths, will now be the subject of a two-week consultation. Wakefield Council's proposals include an eight-lane, 25m swimming pool, a 13m by 7m learner pool - both boasting moveable floors to allow more members of the local community to have access to the facility.

A 130-station fitness suite, a multi-use activity studio and a health suite with spa bath, steamroom and sauna are also earmarked as part of the project, as well as a 200-capacity spectator viewing area and a café. Denise Jeffery, deputy leader and cabinet member for sport and regeneration at Wakefield Council, said: "Last year we promised people we would work towards building a fantastic new pool in the city and we are now moving forward in earnest.

"This is a major project and one we are determined to get right - these things don't happen over night and a lot of work has been going on in the background. Now we can show people our initial thoughts and look forward to hearing people's responses as we move towards a planning application early next year." The two-week consultation into the plans will be held between 30 November and 13 December.