Swimming Pools: Finance
Commons · Question 124963 · Tabled 10 Apr 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Simon Opher
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, with reference to Written Statement HCWS1273, made on 27 January 2026, whether she plans to allocate some of the £400m grassroots sports funding to lidos.
Answer
Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 20 Apr 2026
The Government recognises the importance of ensuring public access to swimming facilities, including lidos, which are great spaces for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy, and play an important role within communities. I was pleased to respond to t...