Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK
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Since 1891 we’ve been sharing our expertise in water safety, lifesaving, and lifeguarding to educate everyone to enjoy water safely. #EnjoyWaterSafely
Worcester, England
Joined March 2011
We’re proud to support @MCA_media's #CoastClever campaign. Here’s how to reduce risks:. 🌊 Check the tide times.💬 Tell someone where you’re going.🚶 Walk when the tide is going out.📱 Fully charge your phone.📞 In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard
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🚨 84% of UK drownings in 2024 were men. This summer, stay #CoastClever with these simple tips from @MCA_media:. ⌚ Check the tide times.📱 Fully charge your phone.💬 Tell someone where you’re going.📞 In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. #WaterSafety #StaySafe
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Find Your Float for World Drowning Prevention Day.Knowing how to float can save your life in an emergency. Everyone floats differently, so practising your float at a safe, lifeguarded pool is essential. Contact your local pool today to #FindYourFloat .#RLSSUK #SwimEngland
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Knowing how to float can save your life. On #WorldDrowningPreventionDay, we encourage you to Find Your Float! Swimming pools and swim schools are teaching floating techniques in their swimming lessons. Contact your local pool today! .#RLSSUK #SwimEngland
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We’re incredibly proud to share the impact of this year’s #DrowningPreventionWeek campaign. This success of #DPW wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing support of our members, partners, and advocates. Thank you for helping us make a difference 💙
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At RLSS UK, we are proud to stand alongside Rebecca in her mission to help ensure that every child has the knowledge and skills to stay safe around water. Her courage is inspiring, and we remain committed to supporting families and communities in making water safety a priority.
Mum to launch water safety charity in son's memory
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The Water Safety Code will be officially included in the new statutory guidance for RSHE in schools from September 2026! This monumental achievement is a direct result of the relentless campaigning by RLSS UK and dedicated advocates. Read more at
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We are committed to drowning prevention through education, and we echo the vital message that knowing how to stay safe around water can save lives. Together, we can honour Joe’s memory by empowering communities with the knowledge they need to prevent future tragedies 💙.
The mother and best friend of much-loved seventeen-year-old Joe Abbess, who drowned in a fierce rip current at Bournemouth beach more than two years ago, have spoken up to help people enjoy the coast safely this summer. Full story ⬇️.
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RT @darrenpaffey: In case you missed it on Friday evening's.bulletin, I spoke to @itvmeridian about my call,.alongside Joe Abbess' mum Vane….
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RT @darrenpaffey: Many of you will know that Vanessa Abbess has been a brave and formidable campaigner for water safety education following….
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Thank you for supporting #DrowningPreventionWeek! . Water safety isn’t just for one week. It’s a vital, year-round conversation. That’s why we offer FREE education resources for ages 3–16, including SEND learners. Head to our website to access the resources today!. #DPW #RLSSUK
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If you're getting the paddling pool out this weekend, check out our tips for staying safe in the garden:
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Having fun in the garden can make it easy to forget the risks water can bring.
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RT @EnvAgency: Rivers, locks, weirs and sluices might look like fun places to cool down in the hot weather, but they can be very dangerous.….
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🌞 Hot Weather Alert: Stay Safe Around Water This Weekend! 🌞. 🥶 Cold water shock still happens.🛟 Always swim at lifeguarded locations.👀 Keep a close eye on children near water.📵 Avoid distractions if you're supervising.📱 In an emergency, call 999, never enter the water
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RT @CMcKinnellMP: No one should go through a heartbreaking loss of a loved one due to drowning. This National #DrowningPreventionWeek, th….
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RT @CMcKinnellMP: It’s National #DrowningPreventionWeek. Swimming and water safety is a vital life skill, and we're determined every chil….
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Check out the debate on the livestream link here 👉
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Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Water Safety Education, and the Southampton Itchen MP, @darrenpaffey has secured and will lead a Backbench Debate in Parliament today, where MPs will discuss the importance of classroom-based water safety education in schools.
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RT @ABTAtravel: This week is #DrowningPreventionWeek. 🏊If you’re going away this summer, why not pop down to your local leisure centre a fe….
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RT @MU_Foundation: When Kobbie speaks, you listen 🗣️😎. With the holidays fast approaching, an important reminder for our young people to en….
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