A private swimming pool is a significant asset for the home.  It becomes the centre of activities in summer; the place for the family to sit around in the evenings or when friends come over for a BBQ.  A place to relax, or even to talk business in relaxed surroundings.

It can also be a deadly danger for small children.  Sadly, a significant number of toddlers drown in private swimming and spa pools. 

Some years ago Parliament decided that there was no reason for children to continue to fall into private pools and drown, or suffer brain damage, where this could be almost entirely avoided by adequate fencing.  Parliament's answer was the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987.

We've produced a pamphlet to help guide you through the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987.

For more information please contact Council's offices for details.