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Hanover's mayor: Clear message against violence in pools!
Mayor Onay condemns violence in Hanover's baths and announces security measures and dialogue with the police.
Hanover's mayor: Clear message against violence in pools!
As the outdoor pool season approaches its peak again, incidents of violence in and around public pools are shocking society. The mayor of Hanover, Belit Onay, spoke out clearly against violence in a recent statement and described the situation as unacceptable. In a report by Hannover.de Onay thanked the employees of the Lister Bad for their prudent approach to the challenges that such incidents bring with them.
“We must not tolerate violence in our outdoor swimming pools,” emphasized Onay in his appeal. In the coming weeks there will be an intensive exchange with the police in order to improve security in the Hanover baths and promote respectful cooperation. Head of the sports department, Susanne Blasberg-Bense, underlined the importance of leisure pools being places of relaxation and enjoyment of life. A clear message that is also being heard in other cities.
Violence and security debates in the Berlin baths
In order to counteract such situations, an ID requirement was introduced in Berlin's summer pools. This led to long queues at the entrances, while the Berlin pool companies reported a predominantly positive attitude from bathers. Nevertheless, this is only a first step. Planned stricter controls and the examination of video systems by the data protection officer raise questions.
Measures for more security
As part of the discussion about safety measures, the German Bathing Society e.V. has published a new leaflet containing important safety information for the use of public pools. These notes are available in German, French, English and Arabic and are available for download as swimmingpool.de reported. Previous requests from pool operators for support with security issues - particularly with regard to refugees - show that security problems can arise from cultural differences.
The density of regulations and initiatives makes it clear: exchange, be it at workshops or other events, is essential. An upcoming workshop at the International Swimming Pond Congress in Cologne will bring together operators, planners and builders of public natural pools to discuss experiences and questions.
Onay's call remains clear: respectful interaction should be the guiding principle in our bathrooms. The city of Hanover and other institutions must pull together to ensure a safe environment for all bathers.