Rejected petition Class gyms as essential, and to remain open during the 2nd national lockdown

Gyms pose barely any threat, if any, and support mental health for many during covid. They clean, use social distancing and follow the right protocols to keep people safe. We ask they stay open for health and to help small businesses thrive during lockdown where they're very much needed.

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To support the health and wellness of people which improves covid recovery rates and supports mental health. Gyms provide this, while following safe procedures so we ask the government to class gyms as essential.

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You may wish to sign some of these petitions:

Keep gyms and leisure facilities open during any lockdown: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/556956

Prevent gyms closing due to a spike in Covid 19 cases: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/333869

The Committee will be holding a debate on Covid-19 restrictions on gyms and sport on Monday 23 November. You will be able to watch the debate on Parliament TV at 4.30pm: https://www.parliamentlive.tv/Commons

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Date submitted 31 October 2020
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