Marian Harkin (Sligo-Leitrim, Independent)
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464. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the reason outdoor swimming classes are prohibited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30982/21]

Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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As part of the COVID-19 Resilience and Recovery Plan 2021 – The Path Ahead, the Government has recently announced some important changes to the public health restrictions, including the phased lifting of many restrictions concerning sporting activity.

From 7 June, indoor swimming lessons have resumed in line with the reopening of swimming pools. Outdoor sports facilities and outdoor training for pods of up to 15 were permitted to return previously.

Outdoor swimming lessons/classes are currently permitted, therefore, and can take place in line with public health advice. Further information and advice on the specific operational requirements and protocols in place for the safe return of swimming lessons, indoors and outdoors, is available from Swim Ireland, the National Governing Body for swimming in Ireland.