Public swimming provision entered 2026 from a position of resilience, but also considerable pressure, according to the latest market review. Beneath participation figures sits a more complex picture: an ageing public estate, uneven provision, changing management arrangements, rising operating costs and workforce pressures. At the same time, expectations of swimming pools are changing. Increasingly, they […]
Water Safety
Following the PWTAG AGM, Mike Shuff has been appointed Chair, with Simon Whittingham taking on the role of Vice Chair. Mike brings extensive experience in leisure-sector training and professional development. Simon has more than 30 years’ experience in swimming pool filtration and water treatment and will continue as Chair of the PWTAG Industry Forum. PWTAG […]
GreenTech International, a leading innovator in sustainable water treatment solutions and exclusive distributor of Hydro Dioxide technology, has appointed Dr. Xavier Darok as Chief Product Officer (CPO) and Head of European Sales Development. Dr. Darok joins GreenTech International with more than 19 years of international experience in water treatment, product management, and regulatory leadership. Holding […]
Recognising the positive difference they make in the communities they proudly serve, Serco Leisure retained its title of Leisure Operator of the Year for a magnificent seventh time at the 2025 UK Pool & Spa Awards. A fitting tribute to the dedication, passion and professionalism demonstrated by Serco Leisure teams, the title is a testament […]
Following the tragic spate of drownings over May half term, where 12 children and five adults drowned in just one week, the Royal Life Saving Society UK’s (RLSS UK) annual national water safety campaign, Drowning Prevention Week, became more critical than ever. The campaign, now in its 13th year, has new resources for teenagers, one […]
Pool operators know the challenges of maintaining safe, balanced and crystal-clear water. Accurate monitoring of water chemistry is essential, not just for regulatory compliance, but for protecting swimmers, equipment and overall pool performance. The Lovibond MD150 13in1 photometer is new for 2026 and builds on the trusted performance of the MD150 6in1, retaining its proven […]
The new electronic 4-Core (12V) IP67-rated keypad control pad enables the end user to operate the cover system, replacing the conventional key switch for Aquamatic Safety Cover systems! By inserting a four-coded pin number, the cover is operated by simply depressing the open or close buttons. Once the button has been released, the cover ceases […]
Judith Wojtowicz takes a closer look at Serco Leisure, four-times winner of Water Leisure Operator of the year… Despite phenomenal growth in the last two years, the ‘exciting stuff is yet to come’, according to Helen Bull, national commercial aquatics manager of reigning Swimming Pool Operators Of the Year, Serco Leisure. With swim lessons up […]
Swim England has joined three of the biggest names in the sport and leading aquatic organisations in pledging its support for a major campaign to ensure all children who leave primary school by 2025 are able to swim. The Swim United campaign has been launched by swimwear brand Speedo alongside Olympic gold medallist Adam Peaty, […]
Swimming and water safety should be taken even more seriously due to the ‘astonishing and worrying’ number of children leaving primary school unable to swim. English, mathematics and science are currently the only core subjects on the national curriculum across all key stages. However, Edward Timpson, Former Minister for Children, the MP for Eddisbury in […]
