Subsidise or fully fund indoor swimming for all children up to age 6. Many pools already offer free entry for under-2s, but free access beyond that varies. Government support would ensure every child can learn to swim early, giving them a vital life skill and improving water safety nationwide.

Swimming is a life-saving skill that every child should have the chance to learn. The cost of weekly 60-minute swim sessions for two children and two adults is significant and can be a barrier for many families. The Government should fund indoor swimming up to age 6 to remove financial obstacles and ensure equal access. It should also require all venues offering children’s swim lessons to be registered with the Tax-Free Childcare scheme.