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Swim England CEO Departs Amid Toxic Culture Review
3 Jul
Summary
- CEO Andy Salmon resigned immediately from Swim England.
- A review found a toxic environment and fear of victimisation.
- Whistleblowers faced threats within the organisation.
Andy Salmon has resigned from his position as chief executive officer of Swim England with immediate effect. Salmon had taken on the role in February 2026. His departure comes shortly after the publication of a review that identified a pervasive toxic environment within the organisation.
The independent review revealed that individuals within Swim England, including athletes, volunteers, and parents, lived in fear of being victimised if they voiced concerns. The report also highlighted that whistleblowers faced threats. This culture of fear was linked to extreme competitiveness within aquatic sports, contributing to an ongoing and systemic issue.
Despite the findings, Swim England's chair noted that Salmon had been instrumental in appointing a new senior leadership team, implementing a financial plan, and restructuring the organisation. He also focused on improving relationships with stakeholders during his tenure.
