Written questions

Swimming Pools

Commons · Question 122001 · Tabled 18 Mar 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 26 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Iqbal Mohamed

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what recent assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of public swimming pool provision in England; and what steps are being taken to ensure long-term sustainable access to swimming faci

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 26 Mar 2026

The Government recognises the importance of ensuring public access to swimming facilities, which are great spaces for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy, and which play an important role within communities. The ongoing responsibility of providing ...