Sandra Curran
9 Oct 2023 · Coroner Alison Mutch · Manchester South
A similar concern from this report was raised again 1 time later. See the linked reports.
The coroner's concerns
1. lack of warnings about sea risks
“No warnings were given in the welcome information/briefing about the challenge the sea around the coast in Malta could present to a weak swimmer”
Linked reports
Closely relatedConfidence 0.90 · high
This report
“No warnings were given in the welcome information/briefing about the challenge the sea around the coast in Malta could present to a weak swimmer”
Later report
“It was understood that the Greek Coroner had informed bereaved family members that the sea was particularly rough in Rethymno, Crete and had no lifeguards on duty between 31 August and the end of the summer season”
Responses
2023-0378-Response-from-ABTA.pdf ↗· ABTA - The Travel Association
2023-0378-Response-from-Foreign-Commonwealth-and-Development-Office.pdf ↗· Commonwealth and Development Office
Stated action · July 2022
“In July 2022, the Travel Advice read: Swimming During the summer, many beaches are patrolled by lifeguards and operate flag safety systems. You should make sure you understand the system and follow any warnings; red flags indicate dangerous or hazardous conditions. You should swim within designated swimming zones and take extra care if there are no life-guards, flags or signs. Follow local advice if jellyfish are present. You can find more information and a general code of conduct for beaches in”