Ireland Active partnered with Swim Ireland to produce the first-ever Swimming pool gap analysis report.
Photo: Launch of Swimming Pool Gap Analysis Report. Left to Right: Nora Stapleton, Director at Sport Ireland, Patrick O’Donovan TD, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Sarah Keane, CEO at Swim Ireland, Daniel Wiffen, Olympic and double World Champion, Mary McMorrow, Interim CEO at Swim Ireland, and Karl Dunne, CEO at Ireland Active.
We are delighted that the key call to action has the full backing of the Government.
The data is clear: Ireland is facing a major shortage of accessible public pools, long waiting lists for swimming lessons, ageing facilities, and huge regional gaps, all of which limit participation and potential across the country.
What’s needed:
More public pools
Universal accessibility
Sustainable, energy-efficient facilities
Strategic investment in underserved regions
Clear, consistent design and operational standards
