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

🚨 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

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

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

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 💙

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.

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 https://t.co/iTLH3wSN4o

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 💙

In case you missed it on Friday evening's bulletin, I spoke to @itvmeridian about my call, alongside Joe Abbess' mum Vanessa and @RLSSUK, for more water safety education to be taught in classrooms. 👇

Many of you will know that Vanessa Abbess has been a brave and formidable campaigner for water safety education following the tragic drowning of her beloved son Joe. Ahead of my backbench debate in Parliament yesterday, we spoke to @BBCNews about what needs to change.

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

If you're getting the paddling pool out this weekend, check out our tips for staying safe in the garden:

Rivers, locks, weirs and sluices might look like fun places to cool down in the hot weather, but they can be very dangerous. During #DrowningPreventionWeek, find out how keep yourself and others safe 👇 #RespectTheWater @RLSSUK

🌞 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

No one should go through a heartbreaking loss of a loved one due to drowning. This National #DrowningPreventionWeek, the Government is working to ensure that schools teach the water safety code as part of our new RSHE statutory guidance, to be published shortly.

It’s National #DrowningPreventionWeek. Swimming and water safety is a vital life skill, and we're determined every child learns how to be safe in water. PE & PSHE lessons provide all children with these important skills. With summer holidays approaching, let’s be water safe.

Check out the debate on the livestream link here 👉

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.

This week is #DrowningPreventionWeek 🏊If you’re going away this summer, why not pop down to your local leisure centre a few times to get some practice in and gain confidence before swimming on holiday. Visit @RLSSUK for water safety advice on holiday https://t.co/q8FMTpxtXZ

When Kobbie speaks, you listen 🗣️😎 With the holidays fast approaching, an important reminder for our young people to enjoy yourselves safely over the summer and avoid open water swimming. #DrowningPreventionWeek | #KobbieMainoo | @RLSSUK