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Swimming pool facilities in Falmouth
P003126 - 05 November 2025 to 15 December 2025
Presentations: 2
Presenters: 1
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At a Glance
This petition concerning swimming pool facilities in falmouth was presented to Parliament 2 times by 1 MP.
Issue Summary
The petition highlights the lack of a public swimming pool in Falmouth, which negatively impacts water safety education, physical health, mental well-being, rehabilitation, and community cohesion for its diverse population.
Action Requested
The House of Commons is urged to support the campaign for building a swimming pool in Falmouth, recognising the health and social benefits it would provide, especially for children growing up near the coast.
Key Facts
- No public swimming pool exists in Falmouth.
- Cornwall Council is responsible for local leisure facilities.
- The Government committed £400 million to transform UK sports facilities over four years.
- Sport England invests £250 million annually in grassroots sport and physical activity in England.
- A £2.9 million investment was provided by Sport England to Cornwall from 2022 to 2027.
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
15 December 2025
Jayne Kirkham
Labour (Co-op)
Truro and Falmouth
Presented
05 November 2025
Jayne Kirkham
Labour (Co-op)
Truro and Falmouth
I rise to present this petition about Falmouth’s need for a swimming pool, since our pool was shut in 2022. The petitioners
“therefore request that the House of Commons urge the Government to support the campaign to build a swimming pool in Falmouth, recognising the health and social benefits to the community, particularly as a facility for children growing up in a coastal area learning to swim safely.”
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