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Annual swimming lessons in schools
P002977 - 23 May 2024
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 0
At a Glance
This petition concerning annual swimming lessons in schools was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.
Issue Summary
The petition calls for the introduction of annual swimming lessons in schools to improve water safety and prevent drowning incidents, following the death of a 13-year-old boy in the constituency.
Action Requested
The House of Commons urges the Government to introduce a requirement for schools to provide annual swimming lessons as part of the physical education curriculum, including a badge system ensuring children are confident before progressing to the next stage.
Key Facts
- Over 62,000 signatures collected on Change.org
- A 13-year-old boy drowned in the River Soar in Barrow last year
- The petition highlights that many children do not learn to swim confidently or sufficiently for safety
- Annual swimming lessons are proposed with a badge system
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
23 May 2024
No presenters recorded for this presentation.
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