what the figures showDeaths in swimming pools: the alarm that isn’t thereThe spate of tragedies in July has reignited the debate, but figures from the ISS and Federalberghi confirm that there is no surge in drownings. It is on structural delays that political pressure should be focusedbyEnrico Cicchetti24 JUL 26
The ruleBipartisan approval in the House for the amendment strengthening safety in swimming poolsThe provision, included in the Sport Decree and approved by 244 votes in favour, stipulates that recirculation systems and air intakes – from the air inlets to the floor grilles – must meet standards sufficient to prevent the suction effect. Salvini: "It will come into force on 1 August"byRedazione23 JUL 26
