Critics call on council to bounce trampoline teacher and save cash

A council has been criticised for hiring a safety official to teach children the dangers of trampolines.

John Wills, trampolining development officer for Aberdeenshire Council, tours schools and youth clubs showing young people how to bounce safely.

But critics believe the money could be better spent. Alex Johnston, Conservative MSP, said: "I find it absolutely bizarre that a council would spend money on something like this."

Mr Wills said: "I'm passionate about trampolining, but I'm also passionate about children's safety."