Written question asked by Simon Opher (Labour) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
Swimming Pools: Finance
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, with reference to Written Statement HCWS1273, made on 27 January 2026, whether she plans to allocate some of the £400m grassroots sports funding to lidos.
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The Government recognises the importance of ensuring public access to swimming facilities, including lidos, which are great spaces for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy, and play an important role within communities. I was pleased to respond to the recent Westminster Hall debate on this issue.
In June last year, we committed £400 million to transform sports facilities, including public leisure, over the next four years. We are working closely with sporting bodies and local leaders to establish what communities need, before setting out further plans on how future funding will be allocated.
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- Written question
- Reference
- 124963
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
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Investment in Grassroots Sport Facilities
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Written statements
House of Commons
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- Finance Swimming pools Sports
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