It would have been far better to offer schools free swimming lessons but that would have really hit the bottom line while being SO effective.
“From April 1, thousands of residents can swim for free at Hackney’s leisure centres thanks to a new scheme.
Youngsters aged 18 and under already have access to free swimming during school holidays but for the first time, residents aged 60 and over, plus under 18s, can swim for free all year round. “
(Via London Borough of Hackney: .)
