This petition was submitted during the 2019-2024 parliament
Rejected petition Keep swimming pools and gyms OPEN as they are essential for mental health
Things have changed since the first lockdown. The colder temperatures and shorter days leave little opportunity for those working to pursue any form of outdoor exercise. Leisure Centres are a life line for many people struggling with their mental health during this very testing time.
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Pools and gyms are going above and beyond to ensure their facilities are clean and safe. This is reflected in the data which illustrates how the transmission of Covid-19 in these venues is low. Additionally, the mental and physical health benefits they provide actively reduce pressures on the NHS every day. Therefore, the benefits of keeping these facilities open and ensuring our population is mentally and physically robust enough to tackle this virus outweigh the risk of viral transmission.
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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
Allow swimming pools to remain open during Covid-19 in all alert levels: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/554540
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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