Jan Klempar

7 Aug 2020 · Coroner Andrew Cox · Cornwall & Isles of Scilly

The coroner's concerns

1. reduced lifeguard cover on Cornish beaches
“I have previously written drawing to your attention my concerns about a reduced level of lifeguard cover on Cornish beaches (Pender deceased.) I understand that from a position of no lifeguard cover (Whitsun Bank Holiday) there is now some service at a number of the main beaches. It is not clear to me whether the level of service will be further increased to 2019 levels or whether there will be a reduced service for the rest of the summer season? Is there a published plan available to the public”
2. reduced or no lifeguard cover at particular beaches
“Where there may be a reduced or no lifeguard cover at particular beaches, is there a published plan specifying how any shortfalls may be mitigated through the provision of additional resource from the coastguard or other emergency provider?”