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Lockdown extended

It has been over six weeks since Scotland went into lockdown and with the days all merging into one the words ‘Groundhog Day’ are resonating with most of us. The latest message from the Scottish Government, made earlier today, indicates a continuation of the current lockdown, however, we have started building and preparing plans to… Continue reading Lockdown extended

Back to the Water Guidance Hub

As the Scottish Government continues to progress Phase 2 of the route map out of lockdown, Scottish Swimming continues to progress our own Back to the Water guidelines, which we will publish on the new COVID-19 Guidance Hub on the Scottish Swimming website, which can be found HERE. This page will provide a one-stop-shop for… Continue reading Back to the Water Guidance Hub

Statement following UK Government’s announcement on further easing of lockdown restrictions

The easing of restrictions in England is clearly happening at a very different rate to those elsewhere around the home countries. Progress through the plans that have been developed by any of the home nation governments is based on the latest health advice, is subject to change and is not set in stone.  We acknowledge… Continue reading Statement following UK Government’s announcement on further easing of lockdown restrictions

Scottish Government announce Phase Two of route map out of lockdown

The latest announcement from the Scottish Government about the staggered progression into Phase Two of the route map out of lockdown is a really positive move for our sport and we welcome getting a step closer to a return to aquatics in Scotland. While this move is a good step in the right direction we… Continue reading Scottish Government announce Phase Two of route map out of lockdown

Statement on Coronavirus

You will be aware via the media that the number of confirmed cases of Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) across the world, and more locally within the United Kingdom, is growing. At this moment in time we have received no recommendation for postponing or canceling any upcoming Championships; however, we are monitoring the situation and will follow advice… Continue reading Statement on Coronavirus

Statement on Outdoor Swimming in Scotland

In response to the First Minister’s announcement today about the phased easing of restrictions including some outdoor sports, Scottish Swimming would like to offer some advice around open water swimming in the current climate.  Scottish Swimming has been working with the RLSS, Swim England and Swim Wales, and would urge everyone to recognise the following:… Continue reading Statement on Outdoor Swimming in Scotland

No imminent return to the pool

UK sport announcement I am sure you will have seen the announcement yesterday from UK Sport about a return to performance training in England, but I wanted to reiterate the current guidelines from the Scottish Government and what that means for Scotland. As per our statement last week, the message from the Scottish Government is… Continue reading No imminent return to the pool