All swimming pools in the Netherlands have to close their doors completely, contrary to previous reports. That reports Swimming pool Industry Wednesday evening. On Tuesday, a message from the national government indicated that an exception was made for swimming lessons for children up to the age of twelve.
There was confusion about the closure of the swimming pools in the Netherlands. Gyms may remain open, only group lessons may no longer take place.
André de Jeu of the Association of Sports and Municipalities (VSG) responds to the closure of the swimming pools. “The swimming pools have done their utmost in recent months to receive visitors safely and responsibly. So that children could learn to swim, adults could stay vital and the elderly fit. But although the government has indicated that it values sports, the swimming pool is allowed. don’t stay open. “
The closure of the swimming pools is part of the extra measures that the cabinet has taken to reduce contamination figures in the Netherlands more quickly.
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