Swim England provided evidence to the DCMS select committee, featured in the report, stressing the urgent need for financial support for swimming pools. The Parliamentary report has said the Government must work with councils to ensure necessary funding is in place to preserve leisure facilities
UPDATED JULY 2020 All competitions are now cancelled until 31st December 2020. Following the decision of British Swimming and Swim England to cancel national competitions planned for the summer, Swim England East Region has cancelled all regional competitions until 31st August. This decision impacts the following regional competitions: Regional Swimming Summer Meet Artistic Swimming Regional
UPDATED JULY 2020 Competitions and events are now cancelled through to 31st December 2020 In the light of Government guidance, and the latest statement from Swim England https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/coronavirus-statement/ Swim England East Region has cancelled all competitions and development events until 31st May 2020. We know that this decision will be a huge disappointment to our coaches,
Swim England East Region has reviewed its practices in the light of the current spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Members and spectators should note that, due to the known risk element of Coronavirus Swim England East Region cannot offer any refund or recompense to athletes, coaches, or spectators for any expenses incurred in relation to an
A huge congratulations to all those shortlisted for the Swim England (SE) National Awards, an event where the successes and achievements of individuals and clubs were celebrated. This year the event was held at the University of Birmingham on 30 November, where a total of 34 awards were presented. Congratulations also go to the east
Congratulations to Ian Mackenzie, East Region Management Board member, who took over the Swim England President role at the weekend. Ian will serve as the Swim England president until May 2021. Hear what Ian had to say about taking on the role.
The region would like to announce the new East Region President, Mr David Metcalf. David is looking forward to the year ahead. The region would like to thank the outgoing President Mr Chris Vinter, for his time in post over the past year.
A huge congratulations to the winners of the Swim England East Region Awards 2019. Winners were announced at the Annual Council Meeting on 14th September. These awards are given in recognition of the outstanding work our members put into their sports. They highlight the dedication and enthusiasm of those that are making a difference. Thank
The 2019 Annual Report is now available to download. It summarises the great achievements of the region over the past year, and the fantastic work which has provided our members with outstanding development opportunities and competitions.
In preperation for elections at the forthcoming ACM (14 September, Freckenham Village Hall), we are seeking nominations for multiple posts. If you would like to stand for election to one, or more, of these posts, please read the role description, complete a nomination form and submit it by 23rd August 2019 to [email protected].
The Regional Management Board has approved the regional plan for 2019-20. The plan contains details of all intended activities for all disciplines and can be viewed in full on our What we do page. Any questions regarding the plan should be sent to [email protected].
