Written questions

Beaches: Safety

Commons · Question 65648 · Tabled 7 Jul 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 14 Jul 2025

Question

Asked by Andrew Snowden

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps his Department is taking to increase safety measures at beaches during (a) summer months and (b) other periods of increased activity.

Answer

Answered by Mike Kane, 14 Jul 2025

The provision of lifeguards, beach patrols and safety information is part of the risk assessment undertaken by the local authority or beach owner. In conjunction with other services HM Coastguard provides safety advice and guidance about the coastal envir...