Strategy

Wales’ Drowning Prevention Strategy was launched in January 2020. The Strategy has a key aspiration of zero water-related deaths. The strategy has seven key aims:

Improve water incident data and intelligence in Wales
Promote and develop learning to swim and water safety education
Promote and support the development of water safety plans
Promote public awareness of water-related risks and ensure consistent messages reach the right people at the right time
Promote the safe participation in water activities across Wales
Contribute to the reduction of water-related suicide
Work with families affected by water-related incidents