40% of children leave primary education unable to swim

MSP for Lothian region, Foysol Choudhury, returned to the Public Petitions Committee today to continue his support for a local constituent, Lewis Condy, who is highlighting the importance of children having access to swimming lessons. His petition was last discussed in November last year when the Committee decided to write to key sector organisations to… Continue reading 40% of children leave primary education unable to swim

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We fully support the following statement made by our colleagues at British Swimming. While sport can help break down barriers, we stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. British Swimming Statement: British Swimming unreservedly condemns the atrocities being committed on the people of Ukraine following the unwarranted declaration of war by the Russian leadership,… Continue reading Untitled

Merry Christmas from Scottish Swimming

2021 has been another different year and one that has not been without the continued challenges of Covid, yet collectively we have moved on a fair distance from last year. One of the more notable milestones was the return of our sport, and our Festival of Swimming, a first with three events all on the… Continue reading Merry Christmas from Scottish Swimming

COVID-19 Guidance Statement – 22 December 2021

In light of additional restrictions being brought in by the Scottish Government and additional guidance from sportscotland, it is necessary for Scottish Swimming to issue an updated guidance statement to reflect these new changes. These changes will take effect from the 26th December 2021 and will run through to the 16th January 2022 or until… Continue reading COVID-19 Guidance Statement – 22 December 2021

NEW Covid-19 Guidance Statement

Scottish Swimming have received updated guidance from sportscotland. However, the ‘beyond Level 0’ guidance which was published in September for both club training and competitions is still valid and in place. Currently there are no changes that are required for aquatics clubs but there are a few key considerations which require to be highlighted: TestingClubs… Continue reading NEW Covid-19 Guidance Statement