Class act from PCC in bid to help halt number of water tragedies - The Malvern Observer

Class act from PCC in bid to help halt number of water tragedies

Malvern Editorial 5th Aug, 2021   0

WEST Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has invested in education with the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) to help prevent water tragedies.

In partnership with the RLSS UK, a new dedicated water safety education manager will work closely with the PCC and his team to develop resources for young people.

The ultimate aim is to create a cross-curricular pilot which could be delivered across Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and help to shape education nationally.

Shocking statistics show more than 450 people died across England from drowning in 2020.




Mr Campion said: “We need to reduce the devastating impact of water deaths.

“Education is such a key part of this, and by investing to focus here, we can develop something which has a significant impact on changing behaviours at a very young age, and help to prevent some of the tragic incidents which have had deep impact on our communities and on our emergency services.


“Over the last few years, I have continued to drive the Home and Dry campaign, with fantastic support from a network of more than 20 organisations.

“This will ensure the campaign continues to progress and evolve.”

Andy Lane, who has been requested as the RLSS UK water safety education manager, brings a wealth of experience to the role.

He said: “I am excited to be part of this campaign, helping to develop a greater understanding of the dangers to prevent future tragedies, and ensure everyone can enjoy water safely.

“Building on the current work and the existing Home and Dry package, I will build connections with national and local networks, test different approaches, use statistics and incident data to create a more detailed profile of the problem.

“This will help shape a package which is effective, and can be rolled out widely to benefit as many people as possible.”

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