As the UK swelters through another scorching summer, a growing movement is pushing for a radical solution to beat the heat: making outdoor swimming accessible to all. A coalition of 20 MPs and the influential Fabian Society are teaming up to urge water companies to fund the revival of the country's lost lidos, those iconic outdoor pools that once brought joy and relief to communities across the nation. With many of these beloved pools now abandoned or at risk, the campaign argues that it's time to revive these cooling oases and give everyone a chance to splash into the freedom of outdoor swimming. As the UK's heatwave highlights the need for accessible cooling spaces, this grassroots effort is sparking hope that a refreshing future is within reach.
Group, whose constituencies have derelict or at-risk pools, are campaigning to make outdoor swimming available for allCooling, blue expanses of water have been a lifesaver for many lucky enough to live near a lido during the recent UK heatwave.Now, a group of 20 MPs, along with the Fabian Society, are calling for this relief to be made accessible for all by getting water companies to fund the reopening of the country’s lost lidos. Continue reading...
