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Hull Considers Lido Revival Amid Drowning Fears
26 Jun
Summary
- Council to study feasibility of bringing back a former lido.
- Drowning deaths across the UK prompt water safety review.
- Free swimming lessons for primary school children are proposed.
Hull is considering the feasibility of reopening a former lido in East Park, a move prompted by recent water-related fatalities across the UK. Councillor Jessica Smith proposed this initiative, referencing the park's lido that operated until 1985 before demolition. This is part of a broader effort to enhance water safety awareness during Drowning Prevention Week.
The proposal includes a comprehensive campaign to promote safe water-play practices. Additionally, it suggests providing Hull's primary school children with free weekly access to leisure centres for swimming lessons during school holidays. Councillor Smith emphasized that swimming is an essential life skill, particularly for children from less advantaged backgrounds who statistically swim less.
A cross-party working group will now investigate these proposals. The city currently has one council-run lido at Albert Avenue Pools and Fitness, which underwent a significant £10.5 million renovation and reopened in 2023.
