Lawless lidos: Lifeguards pushed in the water, brawling drunk teenagers, thefts and break-ins force London’s pools to ramp up security during summer holiday heatwave
London's outdoor swimming pools, or lidos, have been forced to increase security this summer amid a rise in disorder during the school holiday heatwave. Reports describe lifeguards being pushed into the water, drunk teenagers brawling, and incidents of theft and break-ins at some sites, prompting operators to tighten measures to protect staff and visitors.
The disruption comes as unusually hot weather drives large crowds to outdoor pools across the capital, increasing pressure on staff to manage overcrowding and unruly behaviour. The article does not provide further specific details on individual incidents, numbers affected, or which lidos have introduced additional security.
- London lidos see rising disorder and crime this summer
- Lifeguards reportedly pushed into water by troublemakers
- Pools increase security amid heatwave crowds and thefts